Gabriel Martinelli: 2019/20 Performances

[albakos]

Looks to have a good striker instinct as he makes some good runs inside the box, finding those little pockets of space.

 

[baccy_man]

I was watching him in the game last night and he likes to get stuck in and try to win the ball back when we have lost the ball,
Some posters are saying that he is being played out of position you have to wonder how good he will be in his best position.

 

[Gunn3rs4urus]

Does not look good to me. I know he’s still young but I don’t see that he will make it here.

He will turn out like Chamakh or maybe a little bit better. Average at best

 

[Arseshavin]

His heading technique is sublime.

 

[Token Yank]

I like the look of him. He plays with a savvy and maturity beyond his age. He just seems like a natural. The game comes easy to him and he is clever out on the pitch. Looking forward to how he will be used this year.

 

[samshere]

Very fast, but none of the skill we normally associate with Brazilian players. Could be a success as a striker, but think Nelson, Sako should be ahead of him as wide men.

 

[Steps]

So what is the plan for him this year? Loan I'd guess?

 

[Vinci]

So what is the plan for him this year? Loan I'd guess?

I doubt it, he's the kind of player Emery likes I think.

 

[L3T5 PL4Y]

Under Emery? out of position ofcourse. He is a left sided wide forward who has been constantly played on the right by our tactical genius.

These are just friendlies so he could just be experimenting.

 

[Iceman10]

Under Emery? out of position ofcourse. He is a left sided wide forward who has been constantly played on the right by our tactical genius.

This is probably why I have still felt there is a lot to come from him, i.e. not seen attacking take-ons/duels expected yet, and that could be due to him being played on the right.

While we're all wondering whether inside forwards will be the way to go this season, I do think there is a risk of drawing too much from pre-season experimentation. It could even be deemed best to play him on the right for now to guide his development for the long-term. If he wants to cut in from the right he would need to use his left foot more, and he does need to become a little more ambidextrous.

 

[Mark Tobias]

This is probably why I have still felt there is a lot to come from him, i.e. not seen attacking take-ons/duels expected yet, and that could be due to him being played on the right.

While we're all wondering whether inside forwards will be the way to go this season, I do think there is a risk of drawing too much from pre-season experimentation. It could even be deemed best to play him on the right for now to guide his development for the long-term. If he wants to cut in from the right he would need to use his left foot more, and he does need to become a little more ambidextrous.

This.. each and every season people start reading far too much into pre season selections and tactics. We will know mid September what the manager sees in this squad. Patience guys

 

[freeglennhelder2]

Under Emery? out of position ofcourse. He is a left sided wide forward who has been constantly played on the right by our tactical genius.

Correct me if I’m wrong, but our previous manager was the leading forefather in the mighty cult of “out of position”

 

[Hunta]

This lads movement is phenomenal, thought that volley went in ffs.

 

[TromsoGooner]

That with the outside of his boot to Auba straight after coming on tells a lot about his confidence and ability. Could possibly be a future star for us.

 

[Sanchez11]

Love this kid

 

[YeahBee]

Wouldnt it be hilarious IF he has more of an impact Than Pepe? For 1/16 of the price

 

[Impact]

Just turned 18. Moved to London from Brazil. Still learning the language, still acclimatising to Europe, still adjusting to Arsenal. Been on a fitness regime for all of 3 weeks or so and looks this bright? We have a real gem on our hands.

 

[Hleb's Sirush]

I like what I see. You can usually tell when a young player has something special.

 

[truth_hurts]

I like what I see. You can usually tell when a young player has something special.

It's presence. You know that he's one the pitch. The attempted megs, direct running and acrobatics are all positive actions.

 

[tap-in]

Really like what I've seen so far, he's definitely going to get cup games and who knows, he could end up with some decent PL minutes.