Martín Zubimendi (Real Sociedad)
May 2025
Arsenal are front-runners to sign Zubimendi after Real Madrid opted not to pursue the midfielder, citing no need for a holding player even if Xabi Alonso arrives as manager.
Madrid’s reluctance to trigger the €60m clause has cleared the path for the Gunners, who remain keen to add midfield depth with a defensive specialist.
Martin Zubimendi (Real Sociedad)
April 2025
Arsenal are confident they have secured the signing of Martin Zubimendi ahead of Real Madrid, with a €60m deal reportedly close to completion.
Talks began in January and Arsenal now believe the transfer is effectively done. Zubimendi is expected to strengthen the midfield, while Thomas Partey is also negotiating a contract extension.
Martín Zubimendi (Real Sociedad)
April 2025 (transfer planned for summer)
Arsenal remain determined to sign Zubimendi for €60m as Mikel Arteta continues his pursuit of the Spain international despite personal terms still pending.
Zubimendi previously rejected Liverpool’s interest to stay at Sociedad, but Arsenal hope Arteta’s presence will finally seal the move this summer.
Martín Zubimendi (Real Sociedad)
Summer 2025 window
Real Madrid are planning a €60m offer to sign Zubimendi.
Madrid want to bolster their midfield, but face competition across Europe. The 26-year-old previously turned down Liverpool and has also been linked to Arsenal.
