Seen the headlines claiming Gabriel Jesus, Gabriel Martinelli, and Fábio Vieira are all packing their bags for the Emirates exit? You're not alone - but you're also not reading accurate news. As of August 30, 2026, zero credible reporting from any reputable outlet suggests all three players are set to leave Arsenal. In fact, the latest developments point in the complete opposite direction for two of them. The third has already made his move - but not in the way the rumor mill suggests.
Let's break down the actual situation for each player, because the reality is far more nuanced - and far less dramatic - than the clickbait implies. The "Jesus, Martinelli, Vieira set to depart Arsenal" narrative is a classic case of outdated information being recycled for engagement, and Gooners deserve better than that. Here's what's actually happening, straight from the source.
Gabriel Jesus: Fully Committed and Firing
Arteta's Public Endorsement
Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta put any speculation to bed on August 26. Stepping in front of the press, he declared that Jesus is "fully committed" to the club and firmly part of his plans. That's not manager-speak for a player being quietly shopped around - that's a public vote of confidence delivered with the season already underway. When the boss speaks like that, the transfer window might as well be slammed shut.
Strong Start to the Season
The Brazilian striker has backed up that faith with performances. Jesus has bagged 2 goals in 3 Premier League matches, including a brace against Fulham on August 24. At 29 years old, he's showing no signs of slowing down, and his current market value sits at a healthy €65 million per Transfermarkt. A player in form, publicly backed by his manager, with three years of prime football ahead of him? That's not a departure waiting to happen.
📊 Jesus has 2 goals in 3 Premier League matches this season - Including a brace against Fulham on August 24, proving he's far from a fringe figure.
| Player | Goals | Assists | Starts | Contract Until |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gabriel Jesus | 2 | 0 | 3 | 2027 |
| Gabriel Martinelli | 1 | 2 | 3 | 2031 |
Gabriel Martinelli: Locked In for the Long Haul
New Deal, Big Money, No Doubt
Worried about Martinelli's future? Those fears were erased on August 14, when Arsenal announced the Brazilian winger had signed a new five-year contract running through June 2031. The deal makes him one of the club's highest earners at £185,000 per week - a clear statement of intent from both player and club. You don't hand out that kind of money to someone you're planning to ship out.
Rejecting Outside Interest
Liverpool reportedly came sniffing around in July, and Arsenal's response was immediate and firm: not for sale. Martinelli has started all three league games this season, contributing 1 goal and 2 assists, and showing exactly why the club invested so heavily in keeping him. There is no scenario where a player signs a five-year extension and is then shipped out weeks later. It's simply not how football works.
📊 Martinelli's new deal runs through June 2031 at £185,000 per week - He's now among Arsenal's highest earners, with Liverpool's advances firmly rejected in July.
Fábio Vieira: The Only Real Departure - But It's a Loan
Porto Return Confirmed
The one player who has left Arsenal this summer is Fábio Vieira, but the details matter. On August 28, Arsenal confirmed Vieira joined FC Porto on a season-long loan with an option to buy for €25 million. This is not a permanent sale, and it's not a squad clear-out - it's a player who had managed just 12 minutes of competitive action this season getting the opportunity to rebuild his career at his former club.
