According Fabrizio RomanoReal Sociedad midfielder Martín Zubimendi is one of the players on the squad. Arsenal short list for summer transfer window.
The Gunners are likely to sign a new defensive midfielder this summer with uncertainty over the futures of Thomas Partey and Jorginho. Partey's contract expires at the end of next season and he could be released due to his usual injury concerns.
Jorginho's current contract expires at the end of June and the club has not yet extended his stay. Roman He has now revealed that Zubimendi remains on the club's short list and they have been given a potential boost in the transfer hunt.
Bayern had him as their main objective with the possible appointment of Xabi Alonso as coach, but their interest now depends on the next candidate to lead. BarcelonaOn the other hand, they have apparently cooled their interest in hiring him.
Higher class
Zubimendi has been on the Gunners' transfer radar for some time. They have been unable to secure his signature due to his own preference to continue with his boyhood club and play. Champions League football.
His stance could change over the summer and the Gunners will try to lure him away amid uncertainty at Bayern and Barcelona. Bayern are yet to find a new coach to replace Thomas Tuchel at the end of the campaign.
Alonso was touted as the successor, but decided to stay at Bayer Leverkusen. Elsewhere at Barcelona, they still have a lot of financial problems and may not be able to afford the signing of the Spaniard in the summer.
Zubimendi would be a quality replacement for Partey or Jorginho at Arsenal. He is good with the ball at his feet, but also possesses a strong aerial presence and recovery ability with his pace.
The Spaniard could be seen as an ideal long-term partner for Declan Rice in the heart of the Gunners midfield. Arsenal may need to activate the £51 million termination clause in his contract to get his signature this summer.
