Gabriel Martinelli has fuelled speculation over Arsenal's pursuit of Gabriel Jesus by posting a picture on Instagram that shows the two Brazil internationals together in training. The image, shared on Martinelli's Instagram story, features the Arsenal winger juggling a ball while Manchester City forward Jesus watches in the background.
Arsenal fans quickly seized on the post, with one supporter writing: 'Agent Gabriel Martinelli is back at it again from the Brazil training camp.' Another added: 'Martinelli knows something.' Jesus is Arsenal's primary striker target this summer following the departure of Alexandre Lacazette.
Reports from The Sun claim Arsenal are prepared to offer Jesus a weekly wage of £200,000, making him one of the club's highest earners. Jesus's contract at City expires at the end of next season, and the arrivals of Erling Haaland and Julian Alvarez could limit his playing time at the Etihad.
Speaking after Brazil's 5-1 friendly win over South Korea, Jesus said: 'I'm looking to see what's best for me and above all, for my career. From Tuesday, we'll see what is the best.' Arsenal are also set to extend Eddie Nketiah's contract but still aim to sign a striker, with Jesus as the top target for Mikel Arteta.
