Arsenal Secure Signing of Martín Zubimendi
In a significant transfer coup, Martín Zubimendi has put pen to paper on a contract with Arsenal, according to sources close to the deal. The 26-year-old midfielder from Real Sociedad is now set to undergo a medical examination in London, which is expected to take place in the coming hours.
The move is set to be made official by both clubs in the near future, with Zubimendi’s international commitments with Spain also on the horizon. The midfielder is due to join up with the national team on Saturday to prepare for the Final Four of the Nations League.
According to reports from BBC, Arsenal have been working behind the scenes to finalise the deal, which will see Zubimendi become the latest addition to Mikel Arteta’s squad. The London club will trigger Zubimendi’s release clause, valued at €60 million, to secure his services.
The signing of Zubimendi is a significant coup for Arsenal, with the midfielder having attracted interest from other top clubs, including Real Madrid. However, Zubimendi has opted to join the Gunners, with Arteta reportedly playing a key role in convincing the player to make the move.
"Mikel Arteta has been the big advocate for the player," sources close to the deal have told AS. "The coach believes he is a fundamental piece for the project."
The arrival of Zubimendi also comes as Arsenal prepare to confirm the departure of Jorginho, who is set to join Flamengo in the coming hours. This move will create a vacancy in the midfield area of the squad, which Zubimendi will look to fill.
In addition to securing Zubimendi’s services, Arsenal are also working on renewing the contract of Thomas Partey, who has yet to agree a new deal. Arteta is understood to want Partey to stay and compete with Zubimendi for a starting berth in midfield.
The signing of Zubimendi marks a significant statement of intent from Arsenal, who are looking to strengthen their squad ahead of the new season. With the player’s medical examination set to take place in the coming hours, fans will be eagerly anticipating the official announcement from the club.
The news of Zubimendi’s impending move to Arsenal was first reported by AS, which has been at the forefront of transfer news and gossip throughout the summer. For more updates on this story and others, be sure to check back with AS for the latest developments.
The AS report also stated that Zubimendi’s move to Arsenal had been in the works for some time, with the player having been identified as a key target for Arteta. With the deal now all but done, attention will turn to how Zubimendi will fit into Arteta’s plans for the upcoming season.
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Zubimendi’s decision to join Arsenal is a significant boost to the club’s midfield options, and fans will be eager to see how he performs in the colours of the Gunners. With his international experience and quality on the pitch, Zubimendi is set to make a big impact at Arsenal.
AS understands that Zubimendi’s arrival at Arsenal is a major coup for the club, and a testament to the hard work and dedication of the coaching staff and recruitment team. As the new season approaches, all eyes will be on Zubimendi and his new team-mates as they look to make a successful campaign.
Sources: AS, BBC.
