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Gabriel Martinelli

Gabriel Teodoro Martinelli Silva is a Brazilian professional footballer who plays as a forward or left winger for Arsenal and the Brazil national team.

By Ethan Anderson| Reviewed by Olivia Bennett, Standards & Fact-Checking Lead| Updated July 27, 2026|2 min read| Fact-checked

Gabriel Teodoro Martinelli Silva is a Brazilian professional footballer who plays as a forward or left winger for Arsenal and the Brazil national team. Born in Guarulhos, Brazil, he began his senior career at Ituano before joining Arsenal in 2019. He has won domestic honours with Arsenal and an Olympic gold medal with Brazil.

Early life and youth career

Gabriel Martinelli was born in Guarulhos, Brazil, on 18 June 2001. Available sources indicate he developed in Brazilian football before beginning his senior career at Ituano.

Club career

Martinelli joined Arsenal from Ituano in July 2019 for a reported fee of £6 million. Arsenal’s official profile notes his Premier League debut, first goal, and his role as an attacking left-sided player.

International career

Martinelli represented Brazil at the 2020 Summer Olympics and won gold in men's football. He made his senior Brazil debut in 2022 and has since appeared at major tournaments including the 2022 World Cup and 2024 Copa América.

Playing style

Sources describe Martinelli as a pacey, direct attacker who usually plays on the left wing. Arsenal highlights his speed, trickery, and tendency to cut inside.

Key facts

  • Gabriel Martinelli is a Brazilian forward/left winger for Arsenal and the Brazil national team.
  • He began his senior career at Ituano and joined Arsenal in July 2019.
  • He won an Olympic gold medal at the 2020 Summer Olympics.
  • He has won the Premier League, FA Cup, and FA Community Shield with Arsenal.
  • He has represented Brazil at the 2022 FIFA World Cup and 2024 Copa América.

Frequently asked questions

Who is Gabriel Martinelli?
Gabriel Martinelli is a Brazilian professional footballer who plays for Arsenal and the Brazil national team.
What position does Gabriel Martinelli play?
He primarily plays as a forward or left winger.
When did Gabriel Martinelli join Arsenal?
He joined Arsenal in July 2019 from Ituano.
Which honours has Gabriel Martinelli won with Brazil?
He won Olympic gold in men's football at the 2020 Summer Olympics.
What are some of Gabriel Martinelli’s club honours?
Arsenal lists the Premier League, FA Cup, and FA Community Shield among his honours with the club.

References

  1. Wikipedia — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Gabriel_Martinelli
    Supports: Basic biography, club move to Arsenal, honours, and international tournament participation.
  2. Arsenal FC — https://www.arsenal.com/men/players/gabriel-martinelli
    Supports: Official club profile including birth details, squad number, debut, previous club, playing style, and honours.
  3. German Wikipedia — https://de.wikipedia.org/wiki/Gabriel_Martinelli
    Supports: Full name, birth date, birth place, nationality, and position.
  4. Wikipedia (Catalan) — https://ca.wikipedia.org/wiki/Gabriel_Martinelli
    Supports: Position and identification as an Arsenal and Brazil player.
  5. Transfermarkt — https://www.transfermarkt.us/gabriel-martinelli/profil/spieler/655488
    Supports: Birth date, birthplace, position, dominant foot, contract end, and club history.
  6. FotMob — https://www.fotmob.com/players/1021586/gabriel-martinelli
    Supports: Age, nationality, preferred foot, position, contract end, and market value.