Headline: Serie A Clubs Eye Arsenal’s Martinelli and Jesus, But Face Squad Challenges
Inter Milan and Napoli have emerged as potential destinations for Arsenal’s Gabriel Martinelli and Gabriel Jesus, respectively. However, both Serie A teams need to make space in their squads before signing the Gunners’ attackers.
Neither Martinelli nor Jesus is part of Arsenal’s lineup for the Premier League opener against Coventry City this evening. Reports indicate that both clubs share a common challenge: the necessity to offload current players to facilitate new signings.
According to the Italian outlet Corriere dello Sport, Napoli has identified Gabriel Jesus as a key target; however, to proceed with this transfer, they must sell either Noa Lang or Lorenzo Lucca. The latter has drawn interest from Trabzonspor, but Napoli awaits an official offer.
Meanwhile, Inter is considering a move for Martinelli, as indicated by Tuttosport. The player has reportedly been presented to Inter by his management, Roc Nation, which also represents Inter’s Luis Henrique, currently a target for Roma. Inter is keen on adding Martinelli but needs to enhance their transfer budget by selling Henrique and possibly Ange-Yoan Bonny, who Fiorentina is interested in. Inter has valued Bonny at €40 million, and securing this sale would provide the necessary funds for the acquisition of Martinelli.
Furthermore, both Napoli and Inter have shown interest in Manchester United striker Joshua Zirkzee, who is also on Juventus’ radar.
Arsenal outcasts Gabriel Martinelli and Gabriel Jesus have been linked with Inter and Napoli, respectively, but both Serie A clubs must free up space to sign the Gunners’ attackers.
Inter and Napoli have been linked with Arsenal’s Martinelli and Gabriel Jesus, respectively. Neither player has been called up for Arsenal’s Premier League opener against Coventry City this evening.
LONDON, ENGLAND – MAY 24: Gabriel Martinelli of Arsenal looks on during the Premier League match between Crystal Palace and Arsenal at Selhurst Park on May 24, 2026 in London, England. (Photo by Michael Regan/Getty Images For Premier League)
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Inter and Napoli, however, find themselves in similar situations as they must first offload some of their players before making new signings.
According to Corriere dello Sport, Gabriel Jesus remains a primary name on the Napoli agenda, yet the Partenopei must sell either Noa Lang or Lorenzo Lucca. The latter has reportedly attracted interest from Trabzonspor, but the Partenopei are still waiting for an official bid.
GIRONA, SPAIN – AUGUST 01: Gabriel Jesus of Arsenal FC looks on during the pre-season friendly match between Girona FC and Arsenal FC at Montilivi Stadium on August 01, 2026 in Girona, Spain. (Photo by Alex Caparros/Getty Images)
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As per Tuttosport, Martinelli has been offered to Inter by his agency, Roc Nation, the same agency that represents Inter player Luis Henrique, who is a Roma target.
Inter are reportedly intrigued by the possibility of signing Martinelli, but must increase their budget by selling Luis Henrique and, potentially, Ange-Yoan Bonny.
The latter is a Fiorentina target, which La Viola will likely sound out if Moise Kean goes to Como.
Inter value Bonny at €40m, and such a sale would allow them to buy Martinelli.
According to reports, both Napoli and Inter have also shown interest in Manchester United striker Joshua Zirkzee, who is on Juventus’ agenda.
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