Arsenal Defender Ben White Says Starlet’s Form Is “Not Really A Surprise”

Ben White says Gabriel Martinelli’s form is no surprise to him…

Arsenal defender Ben White stated that Gabriel Martinelli’s form isn’t surprising to him as he sees the Brazilian produce in training every day, The Evening Standard reports.

Martinelli has made six consecutive appearances in the Premier League, netting four times and providing two assists in those games.

The 20-year-old has now become a mainstay in the team, keeping out the likes of Emile Smith Rowe and Nicolas Pepe.

Fans have long been calling for Martinelli’s reintroduction into the team although manager Mikel Arteta’s has resisted those external voices until the youngster was ready.

Now, with the former Ituano man developing into a match-winner, White isn’t surprised.

“I see him every day, so it’s not really a surprise to me,” White was quoted as saying.

“He’s a very talented player and that’s what we are all starting to see.”

Three consecutive league wins have seen us propel our league position to fourth and while other teams have games in hand, White wants to see the team go on another impressive run.