"No, I think Gabi has been a super important player for us and he's going to remain very, very, very important. The fact that we have options with different qualities, that's going to fulfil what we want, because every opponent is going to require different things and then the state, the moment, the way that those players are impacting the game that competition is needed."
"The 24-year-old was not at his best last season, and Arsenal needed more quality and depth in that area of the pitch. They have signed the England International, who had an exceptional season with Crystal Palace. It will not be a surprise if the 27-year-old holds down a regular starting spot at Arsenal on the left flank. Naturally, there have been speculations surrounding the future of Martinelli."
Gabriel Martinelli struggled for form last season, prompting Arsenal to add depth on the left with the signing of Eberechi Eze. Eze enjoyed an exceptional campaign at Crystal Palace and could claim a regular starting role on the left flank. Manager Mikel Arteta affirmed Martinelli's importance and said squad options with differing qualities are necessary to face varied opponents and sustain multiple competitions. Arteta emphasized that internal competition is needed and that Martinelli can play in multiple areas of the pitch, providing value as both a starter and a finisher. Martinelli will need to improve to regain a consistent starting place.
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