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Gabriel Martinelli claims Arsenal are 'preparing for the worst' from Europe's top teams this season ahead of their first Champions League campaign in six years

Arsenal winger Gabriel Martinelli is preparing for the worst possible scenarios on the pitch in a bid to overcome the best sides Europe has to offer.

The Brazilian had a breakthrough campaign last time out, scoring 15 goals and getting five assists in Arsenal’s Premier League title bid.

Now, the 22-year-old wants to push on further this season with the Gunners tackling the Champions League for the first time in six years.

He said: ‘I think we need to prepare ourselves for the worst, we need to prepare ourselves for the best teams and the whole team is doing that.