Gabriel Martinelli’s imminent departure from Arsenal to Al-Hilal is set to trigger a ‘domino effect’ in the transfer market, paving the way for a major move for Julián Álvarez.
The European football transfer market is in full swing, and a move involving Brazilian forward Gabriel Martinelli promises to have a significant impact.
His impending exit from Arsenal is more than just a simple transaction; it is the key to an intricate sequence of transfers that could redefine the squads of several top European clubs.
The likely move of Martinelli to Al-Hilal in Saudi Arabia is the first step in a “domino effect” valued at over 800 million Brazilian Reais.
This scenario positions the young player as an indirect protagonist in one of the biggest deals of the current window, involving substantial figures and high-profile names in international football.
The Martinelli Move
Arsenal is looking to sell Gabriel Martinelli for 60 million euros (approximately R$ 360 million) to Al-Hilal.
The agreement between the parties is nearing completion, especially considering the Brazilian forward has not featured in the English club’s recent matches.
A previous bid from Galatasaray in Turkey had already been rejected, signaling a preference for a destination with a greater financial impact.
The Hunt for Julián Álvarez
With funds from the Martinelli sale secured, Arsenal will direct its efforts toward signing Julián Álvarez, currently at Atlético de Madrid.
The Gunners‘ proposal would be around 130 million euros (approximately R$ 800 million) for the Argentine forward.
Signing Álvarez would be a major reinforcement for the London club’s attack.
Deadlock at Atlético de Madrid
Julián Álvarez‘s situation at the Spanish club is complex. The player has been dealing with disagreements with manager Diego Simeone and has become a target of fan dissatisfaction.
A source close to the Madrid club told the press:
It is practically impossible to reverse the athlete’s current situation.
Recently, Álvarez even missed a training session, justifying it by saying he:
had a bad night.
Figures and Competition
Although Julián Álvarez‘s priority was a move to Barcelona, Atlético de Madrid maintains a firm stance, demanding the full payment of his release clause, set at 500 million euros (about R$ 3 billion).
If Álvarez joins Arsenal following the sale of Martinelli, it would place the English club in the top three most expensive transfers of the current European window.
The Window’s Biggest Transfers
The transfer window has been marked by high figures. If Arsenal manages to complete the double deal, the amount invested in Julián Álvarez would surpass the 125 million euros paid by Real Madrid for Yan Diomande.
The only transactions exceeding this amount would be Morgan Rodgers, who moved from Aston Villa to Chelsea for 138 million euros, and Elliot Anderson, who swapped Nottingham Forest for Manchester City for 135 million euros.
The European transfer market is becoming increasingly interconnected, with the departure of one player potentially triggering a series of high-value moves.
Selling Gabriel Martinelli to Al-Hilal would not only represent a good financial return for Arsenal but also open the doors for the arrival of a name like Julián Álvarez, raising the competitive bar for the English club and further stirring the global football scene.
The coming days will be crucial to confirm whether this “domino effect” will materialize, with Arsenal at the center of one of the biggest twists of this window.
M360 Team
