Journalist Charles Watts has revealed that Arsenal winger Gabriel Martinelli has agreed "in principle" to sign a new contract and it will official be announced "imminently".
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It's been a great season for the Gunners so far on the pitch as they've shocked fans and pundits alike with their impressive push for a
Premier League title.Behind the scenes, however, there's been plenty of work to do for Edu and Mikel Arteta as they try to convince some of their biggest talents to commit their futures to the club.Indeed, negotiations have been ongoing with the likes of Martinelli, Bukayo Saka, and William Saliba. In positive news, however, it seems as though the Brazilian will be the first to sign an extension.
Indeed, while speaking on YouTube , Watts explained (12:55): “Really fantastic news this. Gabriel Martinelli has agreed a new contract, four and a half years.
"My understanding has been agreed in principle. It hasn't been signed yet. But that is going to happen imminently. And we could well have an official announcement at some point within the next week.
"Fantastic news. One down two to go. The fact that Martinelli has agreed is just a big boost for Arsenal ahead of the second half of the season."