Arsenal plans to sign Real Sociedad midfielder Martín Zubimendi in 2025
Arsenal boss Mikel Arteta He took advantage of his legacy at Real Sociedad to sign Mikel Merino last year and it seems that business between the two clubs is not yet over.
The Independent has reported that Arsenal are also “targeting” Real star Martin Zubimendi next year. The report adds that the Gunners are 'monitoring' his situation and see him as an ideal option to maximize Arteta's tactical options in the middle of the park.
Thomas Partey's contract is unlikely to be renewed beyond June 2025, which would make the signing of a defensive midfielder imperative for Arsenal as, without a new purchase, they would be left with only Declan Rice and Mikel Merino.
Interest of the first division The Zubimendi thing is nothing new, since Arsenal has been linked with the player for a couple of years, while Liverpool They were interested in him last summer.
The Reds were reportedly willing to pay his £52 million termination clause but the Spanish international decided to stay with his boyhood team for another year, although he reportedly has the condition to leave for a fair price in 2025.
Liverpool could beat Arsenal against Zubimendi
Liverpool are expected to rekindle their interest in Zubimendi next year and take on Arsenal for his signature. If that turns out to be the case, they could lose a deal for the winner of Euro 2024.
shortly after summer transfer window ended, it turned out that the The midfielder regretted about not joining the Reds and would be interested in signing for them in January.
While Sociedad may not let him go in the winter, mid-season, next summer could see Arne Slot become their top target. Zubimendi will be confident of usurping Ryan Gravenberch for a starting spot at Liverpool next year, although the same cannot be said for him at Arsenal, who have two capable number sixes in Merino and Rice.
A crucial part of Zubimendi's decision-making could also be playing in the champions leaguea prospect that eludes Arsenal given their recent results in the Premier League. Liverpool, for its part, are emerging as favorites to win the premiership and, therefore, their sporting project could be more attractive for the 25-year-old player.
It remains to be seen if there are more teams interested in signing Zubimendi, although it is fair to say that Liverpool could have an advantage when it comes to signing the player despite Arteta's relationship with Real Sociedad.
