Arsenal whiz Gabriel Martinelli says his parents being with him in London has contributed to his outstanding form this season.

Martinelli only moved to London from Brazil last summer and admits he's grateful his parents are able to live with him.

He told Marca: "I had a very good childhood. My father placed me in the Corinthians to play football at age six, since then I have not stopped. So I lived with my father and my mother and in the same courtyard my grandfather lived with my uncle.

"The change has been difficult. Moving to England is complicated but it is all for a purpose, which is the most important thing, to come to play for Arsenal.

"My parents live with me and are always by my side. My sisters stayed in Brazil. With food and stuff I have no problem because my mother cooks at home and it is easier for me."