Martinelli Leaves Arsenal for Al-Hilal, Omits Arteta in Farewell

Gabriel Martinelli's farewell to Arsenal conspicuously skipped any mention of Mikel Arteta after his £60m move.

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What happened. Gabriel Martinelli completed a £60m transfer to Al-Hilal, confirmed Thursday, and his farewell message to Arsenal did not mention manager Mikel Arteta.

• The 25-year-old Brazilian moved to the Saudi Pro League after being linked with Turkey.
• Arsenal signed Christos Tzolis from Club Brugge as a replacement.
• Martinelli underwent a medical in the Middle East before being unveiled.

“Forever a Gunner. The club can confirm tha”

— Arsenal

Martinelli's snub hints at a strained relationship, but he now starts a new chapter in Saudi Arabia.

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