Bukayo Saka left looking embarrassed after seeing what Gabriel Martinelli did in pre-season training

Arsenal are conducting their preseason preparations for the 2025/26 season with a tour in Singapore. Manager Mikel Arteta has brought a 30-man squad, featuring new signings Kepa Arrizabalaga, Martin Zubimendi, Christian Norgaard, and Cristhian Mosquera. Striker Viktor Gyokeres is expected to join the camp in Singapore after completing a medical in London and could make his debut against Tottenham in Hong Kong next week.

Before the North London Derby, Arsenal will play Newcastle at the Singapore National Stadium on Sunday, aiming to build on their recent victory over AC Milan at the same venue. The club engaged with its Singapore fanbase by hosting an open training session at the National Stadium on Friday, allowing supporters to watch Arteta and his coaching staff work with the squad for over an hour.

The training session included an amusing incident where Gabriel Martinelli attempted a wild half-volley, prompting a hilarious reaction from Bukayo Saka. Based on Saka's embarrassed expression and Martinelli putting his hands on his head, the shot appeared to miss the target significantly. While highlighting a relaxed atmosphere, the incident also raised questions about Martinelli's current technical sharpness.

Amid reports of Bayern Munich's interest in signing Martinelli this summer, the summary suggests Arsenal should consider selling the Brazilian if a significant offer is received. Arteta hopes to have a fully fit squad upon returning to London next week.

Currently, Jurrien Timber (recovering from end-of-season ankle surgery) and Gabriel Magalhaes (who missed the final months of last season with a hamstring injury) are unavailable. Arteta confirmed both are close to a return, explaining that Gabriel felt a "little niggle" in training recently, prompting caution, but he is expected to be available to train and play again within the next week or so.