Martinelli joins Al-Hilal in record £60m Arsenal sale

Arsenal cash in as winger departs for Saudi Pro League in club-record deal.

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What happened. Gabriel Martinelli has left Arsenal to join Al-Hilal in a permanent deal worth £60m, the biggest sale in Arsenal's history.

• Martinelli signed a long-term contract with the Saudi Pro League club.
• He spent seven years at Arsenal, scoring 62 goals in 278 appearances.
• The club confirmed the move with a statement wishing him luck.

“Forever a Gunner. The club can confirm that Gabriel Martinelli has joined Al-Hilal on a permanent deal. Thank you for everything and best of luck, Gabi.”

— Arsenal club statement

Martinelli's departure ends a seven-year stint at the Emirates, where he won the FA Cup and Premier League.

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