Napoli and Roma circle Martinelli after Galatasaray snub

Arsenal's Gabriel Martinelli has turned down a €45m move to Galatasaray, and now Serie A clubs are circling.

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What happened. Sportitalia report that Napoli have spoken to Arsenal about Gabriel Martinelli, following Roma's interest, after the Brazilian turned down a €45m move to Galatasaray.

• Martinelli's contract expires at the end of the season, with an option for one more year.
• Napoli face financial constraints and need to make sales first.
• Roma's pursuit is stalled due to talks with Porto for Rodrigo Mora.

Martinelli's contract situation makes him a bargain target, but Napoli must sell players to afford his salary.

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