Galatasaray table €45m offer for Arsenal winger Gabriel Martinelli | OneFootball

Turkish champions Galatasaray have submitted a €45 million offer to Arsenal for Brazilian international winger Gabriel Martinelli, according to journalist Florian Plettenberg.

Martinelli has emerged as Galatasaray’s top transfer priority after they hit a roadblock in their pursuit of AC Milan forward Rafael Leao.

Manager Okan Buruk is determined to sign an explosive, high-profile winger capable of elevating the team’s attack.

A €45m bid is a major statement of intent. If would be one of the most expensive signings in Turkish football history and a record fee for an Arsenal player sale.

Despite the enticing financial package, Arsenal face a dilemma. They are open to letting Martinelli go, but only with a replacement lined up.

Having failed in their pursuit of Real Madrid’s Vinicius Junior, Arsenal are keen to sign a new left winger.

While other European clubs have monitored Martinelli’s situation in recent weeks, Galatasaray have taken the lead by formalising their intent with a concrete offer.

With the bid now under evaluation by Arsenal, negotiations between the two clubs are expected to accelerate.

The outcome is likely to hinge on whether Arsenal can secure a top-tier replacement before the transfer window closes.

Meanwhile, Arsenal have reignited their interest in Aston Villa’s Ezri Konsa to provide defensive cover following William Saliba’s injury on international duty.

Como’s Jacobo Ramon is also admired, but Arsenal are expected to focus their attention on Konsa.