Galatasaray Drops Leao, Raises Offer for Martinelli
After Milan refused to budge on the transfer fee demanded for Rafael Leao, Galatasaray shifted its target to Arsenal's Brazilian star Gabriel Martinelli and increased its offer.
The Rafael Leao operation, which was Galatasaray's priority in the summer transfer window, was put on hold after Milan refused to compromise on the transfer fee. Instead of taking a new step against the 50 million euro demand on the table for the Portuguese star, the yellow-and-reds changed their list.
Following this development, Galatasaray's management shifted its transfer priority to Brazilian winger Gabriel Martinelli, who plays for Arsenal. According to information reported by Sky Sports Germany, the club raised its previously submitted offer of 40 million euros to the English team to 45 million euros.
After the increased offer, the yellow-and-red management put the ball in Arsenal's court and is awaiting a response from the London club. The 25-year-old player, who is entering his final season with Arsenal, has drawn attention by scoring 62 goals and providing 36 assists in 278 matches for the club.
Galatasaray's shift from Leao to Martinelli shows that transfer fee cost is decisive in the club's transfer strategy. The club is expected to have the final say on this transfer in the coming days depending on the response from Arsenal.
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