Gabriel Jesus praises Martinelli, naming the Arsenal forward as the club’s standout performer in a strong endorsement of his development

Arsenal striker Gabriel Jesus has named teammate Gabriel Martinelli as the club’s best player at present, offering a glowing assessment of the forward’s growth and consistency since joining the Premier League side.

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Speaking in an interview with Romario TV, Gabriel Jesus said Gabriel Martinelli has impressed him since their early encounters in Brazil’s national team setup, describing the winger as a standout talent even during his teenage years.

The Arsenal striker’s remarks reflect growing recognition of Martinelli’s influence within the squad.

Gabriel Jesus recalled first noticing Gabriel Martinelli during preparations for the 2019 Copa America, when young players were invited to train with the senior national team.

He described being struck by the winger’s ability at a young age, noting his potential long before his move to Europe.

Gabriel Martinelli joined Arsenal from Ituano FC in 2019 and has since developed into a key attacking option for the club, contributing with pace, direct play and attacking intelligence.

His performances have made him a regular feature in Arsenal’s frontline, earning praise from teammates and coaches alike.

The endorsement from Gabriel Jesus adds weight to Martinelli’s growing reputation and highlights the positive impact of Brazilian talent within the Arsenal setup.

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The comments also underline the competitive depth within the squad as the club continues to pursue success in domestic and European competitions.