Martinelli also said despite the ages of Arsenal players, the Premier League leaders, will win the league as long as they keep their winning mentality
By Kehinde Okeowo
Arsenal and Brazil striker, Gabriell Martinelli, has described the decision of the Gunners to sign Leandro Trossard from Brighton, as a good decision because of his quality.
Trossard, a versatile attacker, can fit perfectly in the role currently being played by Martinelli at the club, but the Brazil international seems to be relishing the competition from the Belgian.
According to him, Trossard would become a ‘very important player’ for the north London side and will help them in their pursuit of the Premier League title for the first time since 2004.
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Arsenal signed the Belgium international for a £27 million deal last week, with his contract with Brighton due to expire in the summer.
He made his debut in the closing stages of Arsenal’s 3-2 win over Manchester United on Sunday, replacing Martinelli in the 82nd minute and was part of the winning goal.
Trossard’s arrival signals more competition for places in Arteta’s attack which could directly affect Martinelli.
Asked about the Gunners’ decision to sign Trossard, the Brazil international told ESPN Brasil: “He’ll be a very important player for us. We know his quality.
“He will certainly help a lot.
On Arsenal winning the league, Martinelli said, “We have a winning mentality.
“We always go on the pitch to win and we have to keep doing that if we want to be champions.
“It does not depend on age, but on the mentality and the desire to win every game.”