Arsenal and Al‑Hilal negotiate Martinelli transfer worth at least £50m

Arsenal are in advanced talks with Saudi Arabian club Al‑Hilal over the sale of Gabriel Martinelli for at least £50 million. The two parties are reportedly close to agreeing a fee that would satisfy both clubs’ financial expectations.

In a transfer of this magnitude, the negotiating clubs will typically outline the total fee, any add‑on clauses, and the structure of payments. A lump‑sum payment is common, but installments spread over several years can aid cash‑flow and align with financial fair play (FFP) calculations. The selling club must also consider the amortisation of Martinelli’s original acquisition cost across the remaining years of his contract, which influences the net profit recorded in the accounts.

Should a deal be reached before the summer window closes, the player’s registration must be submitted to the relevant football authorities before the deadline. A work‑permit or international clearance may be required for a move to Saudi Arabia, and the receiving club must ensure the transfer complies with its own league’s salary‑cap and FFP regulations. Any release clause in Martinelli’s contract would set a predefined exit price, but the reported figure suggests negotiations are proceeding beyond a simple clause activation.

If all conditions are satisfied, the transfer would be completed once the player signs a new contract with Al‑Hilal, and Arsenal would record the transaction in its financial statements, reflecting the agreed fee and any related contingencies.