“If Arteta calls, I’ll return as early as January!” Former Arsenal star begs for sensational comeback

Al-Hilal forward Gabriel Martinelli has revealed his desire to wear the Gunners shirt again.

Brazilian winger Gabriel Martinelli, who currently plays for Saudi Arabian side Al-Hilal, has made a bombshell statement, confirming that he would be ready to return to Arsenal at the first invitation from Mikel Arteta.

Despite moving to the Middle East only in September in a club-record £60 million deal, the 25-year-old’s heart apparently remains at the Emirates. The forward made no secret of how much he misses the atmosphere of the Premier League and is ready to consider a sensational return to London as early as the upcoming January transfer window.

Gabriel Martinelli sent an emotional message to Arsenal fans and the club’s manager:

“If Arteta wants me to come back, even if it happens as early as this January, I will return. Arsenal is my home, and I will always have a special connection with this club. I have so much love and respect for the fans. They supported me through both the good times and the difficult moments, and I will never forget that. Leaving Arsenal does not mean my story with the club is over. Football is unpredictable, and you never know what might happen in the future. I know what Mikel Arteta demands from his players. I know his approach to football, his ambitions and what we are building at Arsenal. If an opportunity arises to return and help the team win trophies, I won’t think twice. Arsenal became my home, and I would be more than happy to wear that shirt again.”