While Mikel Arteta will be working hard for his squad to block out the outside noise of being called favourites to lift the Premier League, are Arsenal as a club about to become complacent by selling Martinelli without a replacement lined up?The expectation was that once the Gunners got over the line in the title race, our manager’s tactics would be less conservative and the priority would be to fix the attack.That’s what champions are meant to do: improve their team from a position of strength.The assumption was Martinelli was being sold to help raise funds, but it’s now expected that if the Brazilian agrees to Saudi Arabia, his exit will be approved regardless of whether anyone is incoming.Given that Trossard also left this summer, you could argue that, attacking-wise, we are now weaker?Are Arsenal weaker in attack?Tzolis has made a bright start, but there is too small a sample size to know if he’s enough.Eze and Madueke have the versatility to play on the left. Our manager might think that frees up a space in midfield for Dowman or Nwaneri (although he’s being linked with another loan) to feature more often.It just feels like that would be letting our rivals back into the picture, like our foot is on their throat and we are taking it off and letting them breathe. That’s a huge gamble to take and one that is completely our own choice.It is expected that, up to transfer deadline day, Andrea Berta will try and call Julian Alvarez’s bluff. Since the World Cup, the Argentine has been adamant Barcelona would be his dream move, but his employers have been equally public in their stance; they refuse to negotiate with another side in La Liga.After being booed by a section of his own fans on Sunday and missing training this week due to a tummy bug, will the 26-year-old really be prepared to stay at Atletico Madrid and wait for them to have a change of heart?It leaves you, though, maybe questioning our Director of Football for the first time?The Italian has known for months that the forward areas were what needed improving at the Emirates. He’s not doing us a favour; he gets paid thousands to recruit the very best talent. Alvarez has made it clear we are not his first choice, just like Vinicius Jr did!Juventus were never going to entertain offers for Yildiz.For a little less money, I could have advised that!At the very least, an alternative should have been identified until your number one target becomes available.(Photo by Carl Recine/Getty Images)Arsenal cannot afford to stand stillOur enemies are on our lawn with tanks. Man City are expected to bid for Fernandez, having already brought in Anderson and Bouaddi; Liverpool are looking at wide players; Chelsea are keeping an eye out for a keeper, etc.The Premier League winners, though, as it stands, look at least until January offensively weaker than last season.Didn’t Josh Kroenke write?“Champions don’t stand still; they evolve and keep moving forward.”Dan SmithIf Arsenal sanction Martinelli’s departure without bringing in another attacking option, are the champions taking an unnecessary gamble with a squad that should be getting stronger rather than weaker?What do you think? Would you be comfortable with Arsenal selling Martinelli without signing a replacement, or would that leave the squad too short in attack? Let us know in the comments._____________________________________________________________________________________________ADMIN COMMENTSo here are some simple rules which I must insist commenters follow….You agree not to give any personal abuse to other Arsenal fans. Everyone is allowed to hold their own opinions even if you disagree with them. It COSTS NOTHING TO BE POLITE TO OTHER ARSENAL FANS.CALLING ALL ARSENAL FANS! Anyone who would like to contribute an Article or Video opinion piece on JustArsenal, don’t hesitate to get in touch with us through this link…More Stories / Latest NewsAre Arsenal taking a massive gamble by selling Martinelli without a replacement?28 August 2026, 22:30Napoli can only sign Jesus if they sell an attacker28 August 2026, 21:00Arsenal one of the clubs interested in Eintracht Frankfurt star28 August 2026, 20:00The post Are Arsenal taking a massive gamble by selling Martinelli without a replacement? appeared first on Just Arsenal News.