TALKS between Arsenal and Gabriel Martinelli about a new contract are in the “final stages”, according to reports.
The Brazilian’s terms expire in the summer of 2024, although the Gunners do have an option to extend by 12 months.
Gabriel Martinelli has been one of Arsenal’s star performers this season
And the league leaders are hoping to reward the winger for his fine form.
Martinelli has already matched his Prem tally from the whole of last season – netting his sixth goal in the West Ham victory.
He currently earns £90,000-a-week, but his proposed new deal will see him double his money to £200,000-a-week.
And according to Fabrizio Romano, Martinelli is now “getting closer” to committing his long-term future to the Emirates club.
Centre-back Gabriel was the latest Arsenal star to sign a new contract, penning a long-term deal in North London back in October.
And Romano believes the Gunners are hoping to secure the futures of other youngsters.
Along with Martinelli, William Saliba and Bukayo Saka are said to be “priorities” for Mikel Arteta’s side.
Saliba has played a key part in helping Arsenal tighten up at the back, while Saka has been on fire at the top end of the pitch.
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The Frenchman’s stunning displays have helped the Gunners keep seven clean sheets in the league, which is bettered only by Newcastle.
Meanwhile, Saka has registered 11 goal contributions in his 15 outings.
