Gabriel Martinelli shares how Arsenal’s attackers have reacted to Bukayo Saka injury right after Brentford win

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Gabriel Martinelli stepped up to the plate for Arsenal in their 3-1 win against Brentford with a brilliant strike.

Gabriel Martinelli volleyed the ball past Mark Flekken to cap off a stunning sequence from Mikel Arteta’s side and ensure that Arsenal kicked off the year 2025 with a win.

After Arsenal’s 5-1 win thrashing of Crystal Palace, Martinelli thanked Ian Wright for sending him an encouraging message that has given him the confidence to return to form.

It seems like the Brazilian international is determined to showcase why Arsenal should continue trusting him despite his largely underwhelming season.

Bukayo Saka could miss 10 games due to suffering a devastating hamstring injury.

After Arsenal beat Brentford, Martinelli was quizzed about whether Arsenal’s attackers feel they all must chip in to replace the quality that Saka brings.

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Gabriel Martinelli reveals Arsenal attackers are determined to replace Bukayo Saka after Brentford win

Martinelli was tipped to replace Saka alongside Gabriel Jesus by Jamie Carragher.

The injured winger has been the Gunners’ main man for several years and his durability has always been one of his strongest characteristics.

While Martinelli acknowleged how difficult it is to replace Saka, he revealed that Arsenal’s attackers back themselves to step up in his absence after playing a vital role in his side’s triumph against Brentford.

The former Ituano winger told TNT Sports: “Yeah, I mean, I think no one can replace him, he’s one of the best players in the world. But we know our potential, we know the team we have and we trust in ourselves and we are going to try our best for the club and for the team as well.”

“I’m sure he’s happy with the result.”

Gabriel Martinelli stats as Arsenal beat Brentford 3-1 to kick off 2025

Martinelli was one of Arsenal’s best players on the night, forming a dangerous wing pairing with youngster Ethan Nwaneri.

The FA Cup winner’s statistics also indicate how impactful he was against the Bees.

Martinelli’s four chances created, goal and 11 touches in the opposition box suggest that he looks like he is getting closer and closer to his dynamic best.

As for his 16 accurate passes out of 21, the highly-rated wideman proved that despite being a direct winger, he can also retain possession.

Winning four out of seven duels in the process was another demonstration of the industry that Martinelli has always possessed.