According to agent Luiz Antonio Moraes, Gabriel Martinelli had the chance to sign with Manchester United, as reported by The Athletic.

The young Brazilian participated in a friendly match for the Manchester Red Devils’ Under-18 squad and had four separate trials with the club. Man Utd, on the other hand, did not hire.

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After that, Martinelli spent two weeks with Barcelona but the La Liga giants were not interested in recruiting this talent to the youth team.

According to The Athletic, Arsenal talisman Gabriel Martinelli left devastated when his move to Manchester United didn’t materialize. Martinelli’s aspirations were no different. As a football player, who wouldn’t dream of playing for Manchester United and scoring in front of the Stretford End?

As time passed, he improved and became a better version of himself, eventually joining Arsenal, United’s fierce rivals.

Luiz Antonio Moraes, who coached Martinelli at U-17 and U-19 levels, shared:

“He was saddened when the United move didn’t work out, but his disappointment was short-lived. He just kept working, maybe even harder than before. Gabi is a great example for all young players. Success never gets to his head.”

At just 22 years old, he has already become a crucial player for Arsenal.

While maintaining his tҺrilling wing play, he has also enhanced his consistency and goal-scoring ability.

Signing for United could have been a tremendous opportunity for Arsenal star. Alejandro Garnacho might not have had as many chances if Martinelli had been signed.