Arteta tells Martinelli how to land Arsenal starting spot as Gunners put faith in youth

The Gunners boss has assured a highly-rated Brazilian forward that he has a prominent place in his future planning at Emirates Stadium

Mikel Arteta has told Gabriel Martinelli that he needs to “keep fighting” for a starting berth at Arsenal, with the Gunners prepared to show considerable faith in youth.

Home-grown stars have become integral to long-term plans at Emirates Stadium, with the likes of Bukayo Saka and Emile Smith Rowe taking on prominent roles in 2020-21.

Brazilian starlet Martinelli, who is just 19 years of age, is another player of promise that Arsenal have high hopes for and he will get opportunities to impress after struggling for regular starts during an injury-hit second season in north London. Read More