According Fabrizio Romano, Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta He is a big admirer of Real Sociedad midfielder Martín Zubimendi and would be interested in signing him this summer.
The Gunners currently have a number of defensive midfielders in the squad, but there is a possibility of several players leaving in the summer. Jorginho and Mohamed Elneny's contracts expire at the end of June and they could leave on free transfers.
Thomas Partey's future is also uncertain, with his current contract ending in June 2025. Amid this, Arsenal have been linked with Zubimendi and speaking in their Youtube channel, Roman confirmed that Arteta remains a big admirer of the Spaniard.
The respected journalist added that Arteta believes Zubimendi is a very talented midfielder and is one of the top names on the club's list for next season. transfer window, but there are others on your radar.
He said: “From what I have heard, Mikel Arteta is still a big admirer of Martín Zubimendi. “He believes Zubimendi is a very talented midfielder and could be perfect for any club in the world, so Zubimendi remains one, not the only one, on Arsenal's list, and there will surely be others.”
Quality signing
Zubimendi has been one of the best midfielders in the Spanish top flight and has been on the radar of several European clubs. He has resisted the opportunity to leave Sociedad over the years but could be persuaded to do so during this summer's transfer window with long-term interest from the Gunners.
The 25-year-old would be a quality signing for the London giants with his good ball control and hold-up play in the center of the park. He also has a strong aerial presence and would be an ideal partner for Declan Rice going forward. A deal could depend on Partey or Jorginho heading out the door this summer.
Bayern Munich are also admirers of the talented number 6, but Arsenal should have an advantage given the uncertainty over who would become the next manager of the German giants. The Gunners may have to pay a figure close to that of the player £51 million release clause to sign him in the next transfer window.
