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Arsenal striker Martinelli: Arteta will make history as coach

Arsenal striker Gabriel Martinelli is confident manager Mikel Arteta will return trophy glory to the club.

Martinelli credits Arteta for supporting him through his injury problems, giving him the chance to prove he can play in the Premier League and helping him fulfil his dream of a Brazil call-up.

The 20-year-old forward, named in Tite's squad for their World Cup qualifiers against Chile and Bolivia, said: "He was there to support me when I got hurt. He is already a great coach, who works thinking of what modern football is like, giving us great advice.

"He is also a nice person, always treating people well. I feel Arteta will be one of those lifelong coaches with lots of titles to their name and their place in football history."

With 10 games to go, Arsenal are fourth in the Premier League and aiming for a return to the Champions League after five years outside Europe's elite.

Martinelli said: "Arsenal always go into competitions thinking of winning titles. We didn't deliver on this objective for a few seasons, but we are now leaving it behind us.

"We have the chance to be in the next Champions League and we are fighting towards it. It is the main objective for the club. We need to do it."

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