Arsenal are set to sign Real Sociedad midfielder Martin Zubimendi in the summer transfer window, despite attempts to bring him to the Emirates Stadium this month being unsuccessful. The Gunners have been monitoring Zubimendi for over a year and are now in advanced negotiations for a £51 million deal. However, La Real blocked Arsenal's attempt to secure his services this January, meaning the Spaniard will remain in La Liga until the end of the season.
Arsenal are closing in on the signing of midfielder Martin Zubimendi, but the move won't happen until the summer. talkSPORT understands that Arsenal have been tracking the Real Sociedad star for over a year and are now at an advanced stage of negotiations for a £51 million transfer. The Gunners had requested Zubimendi's move to the Emirates this month, but La Real rejected their proposal, meaning Zubimendi will remain in La Liga for the rest of the season.
The 25-year-old defensive midfielder was part of Spain's victorious Euro 2024 squad that defeated England in the final last July. With Jorginho already contemplating a move away, Arsenal are seeking to bolster their midfield options. Zubimendi's impressive performances for Real Sociedad over the past few seasons have propelled his value. He has featured 22 times for his club this season across all competitions, scoring once, and will provide additional defensive strength to Arteta's side. Arsenal's hopes of domestic cup glory have taken a blow following their 2-0 Carabao Cup semi-final first leg defeat at home to Newcastle. With the FA Cup out of reach, Arteta's squad must now focus on turning the deficit around at St James' Park next month. The Gunners also have crucial Champions League fixtures against Dinamo Zagreb and Girona in the coming weeks as they strive to secure a place in the knockout stages. Arteta's team needs to quickly recover from their recent setback ahead of Wednesday's highly anticipated north London derby against Tottenham at the Emirates. Arsenal trail leaders Liverpool by six points, having played a game more, and a defeat at home could significantly derail their title aspirations. Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta confirmed that they are actively searching for ways to strengthen the squad during the transfer window, stating: 'We are actively looking in the market to improve the squad. That's been like that since day one. It would be naive not to do that. It’s an opportunity to improve the squad. We are looking. We are trying. Let’s see what we can do.
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