With major rivals like Liverpool, who recently secured the league title and have already added significant players such as Wirtz, Frimpong, and Kerkez, and Manchester City continuing their high spending on transfers, Arsenal knows they must reinforce their squad to seriously challenge for the title next season. The North London club appears set to make a key addition soon, with reports indicating the imminent arrival of Martin Zubimendi from Real Sociedad.
Sources suggest the Spanish midfielder is scheduled to travel to London within the next few days. This visit is expected to be the final step before signing his contract and being officially unveiled as an Arsenal player. The deal is reportedly being completed by triggering Zubimendi`s release clause, valued at just over 66 million euros, which will be paid in installments. This acquisition is seen as a significant boost for Arsenal`s midfield options, particularly as Thomas Partey is expected to leave the club upon the expiry of his contract at the end of June.
Born in San Sebastian, the 25-year-old (a 1999 birth) has spent his entire career to date at Real Sociedad, developing through their youth system and becoming a key first-team player. After another strong season, he has reportedly decided it is time for a new challenge away from Spain. He could have potentially moved to England a year earlier, as Liverpool reportedly showed persistent interest in the summer of 2024, but the player chose to remain at Real Sociedad at that time. Now, he is set to join the Premier League and will face off against teams like Liverpool in the coming season while representing Arsenal.
