Arsenal They prioritize signing Real Sociedad midfielder Martín Zubimendi as Mikel Arteta plans to incorporate two important signings this summer, according to CaughtOffside.
The report claims that Arsenal have identified the 25-year-old central midfielder as their top target rather than pushing for him. Aston Villa star Douglas Luiz. The Brazilian is also on his radar, but he is likely to cost much more than Zubimendi, who has a £52m release clause in his contract.
Arsenal are looking for a natural replacement for Jorginho and Zubimendi is seen as the “ideal” man to replace the Italy international. Jorginho is out of contract in the summer and has been strongly linked with a move to Juventus.
Zubimendi has already shown his quality in the Spanish league and could take the opportunity to show his qualities in England. A move to Arsenal would be an exciting step in his career, but it remains to be seen if the Gunners can convince the player to join.
They have the financial resources to activate his release clause in the summer, but Zubimendi seems settled in Spain, so he may be convincing to agree a move to north London.
Zubimendi would improve Arsenal
The midfielder is entering his prime and could be a key player for Arsenal in the coming seasons if he accepts the transfer. He could easily justify the £52m investment over the next few seasons.
Arsenal have been fighting for the league title since last season and will want to compete for major trophies on a consistent basis. They will need to add more quality to the team to be on par with players like city of manchester and an improvement is needed in Jorginho.
Signing a quality midfielder should be one of their priorities for the summer transfer window and the 25-year-old La Liga star would be the ideal acquisition for them.
CaughOffside says Arsenal are also looking for a new striker, as Arteta looks to bring in two big signings this summer. Sporting Lisbon hitman Viktor Gyokeres is named as a serious target along with Feyenoord's Santiago Giminez as the Gunners look to sign an upgrade. Gabriel Jesus.
