Atletico Madrid Plot Shock Arsenal Raid for Jesus and Martinelli Duo

Picture this: you're at the pub, pint in hand, and the lads are moaning about Arsenal's attack looking a bit ropey. Well, buckle up, because Atletico Madrid are sniffing around two of Mikel Arteta's Brazilian gems, Gabriel Jesus and Gabriel Martinelli. As exclusively reported by Graeme Bailey at TEAMtalk, the LaLiga hardmen aren't mucking about – they've made initial enquiries for the pair.

Arsenal fans, don't panic just yet. Both lads are under contract until 2027, with the Gunners holding an extra year's option on Martinelli. But sources reckon the Emirates hierarchy wouldn't block a move if either fancies a fresh start. It's like that mate who says he'll stay for one more round but eyes the door.

Jesus: From Emirates Heartbreak to Palmeiras Homecoming?

Gabriel Jesus, the 28-year-old ex-Man City man, has had a proper mare this season. Just two Premier League starts so far – that's not the form that won hearts after his big-money switch. During the international break, he's even been given the nod to train with old pals at Palmeiras back in Brazil.

Whispers suggest a samba homecoming is on the cards come summer. But Europe's not out of the picture, and Atletico have knocked on the door. Diego Simeone's side love a gritty forward who can scrap, and Jesus fits the bill – even if his Arsenal dream's turning into a bit of a damp squib.

It's not just Atletico either. Jesus could thrive in LaLiga's intensity, away from the Premier League's treadmill. Arsenal might cash in, especially with their eyes elsewhere in the market.

Martinelli: The Speed Demon Every Scout Covets

Then there's Gabriel Martinelli, the 24-year-old rocket on the wing. He's slipped down the pecking order too, now more squad lad than starter. No new contract chats on the horizon, which has the transfer vultures circling.

Atletico are top of that list, but they're not alone. RB Leipzig and Marseille are keeping tabs, dreaming of that electric pace terrorising full-backs. Martinelli's the kind of talent that could light up any league – imagine him linking with Griezmann in Madrid?

Arsenal's stance? They're open to offers, but it'd take a hefty bid to prise him away. The lad's got three years left (plus that extension), so no fire sale here. Still, with Bukayo Saka carrying the load, a refresh might not hurt.

Bigger Picture: Swaps, Raids, and Arsenal's Summer Shake-Up

Funny thing – Arsenal have been linked with Atletico striker Julian Alvarez, the World Cup winner who's itching for minutes. No direct swap talk, mind, but it wouldn't sour relations if deals overlapped. Clubs do business all the time without the aggro.

Elsewhere, the Gunners are plotting big. Fabrizio Romano's chimed in on a potential British record swoop for Khvicha Kvaratskhelia – our sources backed that buzz earlier. They're also eyeing a Real Madrid raid for attacking flair, while sensing a chance with Nottingham Forest's Elliot Anderson (though Man City lead that race).

Arteta's building a dynasty, but pruning the squad is key. Jesus and Martinelli could fetch a king's ransom, funding those starry imports. As Bailey notes, it's all heating up – keep your eyes peeled, Gooners.

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