Arsenal confident of Zubimendi deal in summer


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Arsenal are confident of signing Martin Zubimendi from Real Sociedad in the summer for £51m, with the transfer now appearing "virtually completed". The 25-year-old Spanish midfielder has a €60m release clause which Arsenal are ready to trigger, beating both Liverpool and Manchester City to his signature.

Key Transfer Details:

  • Release clause: £51m (€60m)
  • Expected summer transfer
  • Zubimendi will likely remain at Real Sociedad for the rest of this season
  • Arsenal need midfield reinforcements with Thomas Partey and Jorginho both out of contract
Background:

  • Zubimendi previously rejected a move to Liverpool last summer
  • He is a Euro 2024 winner and plays as a defensive midfielder
  • His arrival could impact Declan Rice's positional role at Arsenal
The transfer is seen as crucial for Arsenal's midfield rebuild, with Mikel Arteta looking to strengthen his squad ahead of the next season.

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