Overview
- Spanish outlet Fichajes, cited in UK reports, says Barcelona have held initial talks with intermediaries about signing the Arsenal winger.
- Those reports state Barcelona have been informed of an asking price of around €45m (£39m) for the Brazil international.
- Martinelli has started only eight Premier League games this season under Mikel Arteta, fueling speculation over a summer exit.
- Separately, Football Transfers reports Arsenal expect to complete Piero Hincapié’s permanent signing from Bayer Leverkusen for about €52m, taking the loan-plus-fee outlay to roughly €58m (£51m).
- CaughtOffside notes a Martinelli move could affect Barcelona’s plans for Marcus Rashford, currently on loan from Manchester United, as both prefer the left-sided forward role.