Arsenal They are reportedly leading the race to sign Real Sociedad star Martín Zubimendi this summer, according to the Italian outlet. Juve.
Having qualified through La Real's youth system, the 25-year-old made his first-team debut in 2019 before establishing himself as a key player for his boyhood club in recent years.
Thus, after being impressed by the Spaniard's recent performances in Imanol Alguacil's starting eleven, the Gunners have shown a firm interest in signing him.
According to the report of JuveBayern Munich and Juventus are interested in Zubimendi, but neither club is expected to move forward with a deal to sign him.
The report further claims that Arsenal are interested in signing Zubimendi and that they are currently “big favourites” in this race. Juve He also claims that the midfielder has a £51million release clause included in his current contract, so the Gunners will have to pay a huge fee to buy him.
Zubimendi to Arsenal
It has been suggested that the Gunners are considering signing a new midfielder as a possible replacement for Thomas Partey, who has struggled for fitness in recent years.
Numerous names have been linked with a move to the Emirates Stadium in recent times, including Douglas Luiz and Amadou Onana, but the Real Sociedad star appears to be their top target.
Zubimendi is a deep-lying playmaker, technically sound, comfortable in possession, can play against high-pressing teams and is also efficient in defensive contributions.
The midfielder is a talented player and could be an ideal option to replace Partey if he is acquired. However, it will be interesting to see if the north London club ultimately opt to sign the Spanish international to strengthen their front line in the next window.
Meanwhile, Mikel ArtetaThe current team is winless in its last three matches in all competitions and as a result has now been eliminated from the Champions League and have lost ground in the title race. Therefore, they will be desperate to get back to winning ways by defeating Wolverhampton Wanderers in the first division tonight to maintain his title charge.
