Arsenal have confirmed that Gabriel Martinelli has signed a new long-term contract to secure his future at the Emirates.

The Brazilian was confirmed by the club to miss the remainder of the season after undergoing surgery on a knee injury.

The 19-year old has scored 10 goals in 26 appearances for the Gunners this season since joining from Ituano last summer.

"I am very happy that Gabi has signed a new contract with us. He is a very talented young player and he has impressed us with his performances, attitude, and work-rate,” Arteta said.

“We are looking forward to getting him back to full fitness and to watching his development at our club."

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The Brazil Under-23 international began his Arsenal career by scoring on his debut on our USA pre-season tour last summer against Colorado Rapids. 

He scored his first Premier League goal in our 3-1 win over West Ham United in December and has become the first teenager to score 10 goals in a single season for Arsenal since Nicolas Anelka more than 20 years ago.