Arsenal have reached a verbal agreement with Real Sociedad midfielder Martín Zubimendi on a long-term contract and the Londoners are ready to activate the player's £50m release clause. Zubimendi has told the Spanish club he wants to join the Gunners, who are willing to pay his release clause.
With his contract expiring in 2027 and Mikel Arteta's desire to strengthen his midfield, signing Zubimendi was a key target, especially with the expected departures of Jorginho and Thomas Partey as free agents. The 25-year-old midfielder has given his support to the move, acknowledging that a move to Arsenal would give him the opportunity to play in the UEFA Champions League and compete for the Premier League title.
Mikel Arteta values Zubimendi's technical skills, particularly his ball control, vision and ability to organise the midfield. The coach sees him as the ideal player to take on a key role in the rebuilding of the squad, bringing energy, creativity and stability.
After a season in which Arsenal missed out on the Premier League title and were eliminated in the semi-finals of the UEFA Champions League, the need for reinforcements in midfield and attack has become urgent. Zubimendi has shown excellent form at Real Sociedad, with consistent performances and an impact in every match. Added to this is the fact that the Spaniard has gained experience in important matches in La Liga and in European competitions, which makes him ready for the high demands of the Premier League.
Zubimendi's signing would be seen as a major blow for Arsenal, giving Arteta the opportunity to build a dynamic midfield capable of supporting a dangerous attack. With his release clause set to be triggered, Martín Zubimendi's arrival at the Emirates Stadium seems inevitable.
