The Gunners are reportedly progressing well in their bid to make the Euro 2024 winner their first signing of what is expected to be a busy summer for Mikel Arteta, who is eyeing multiple reinforcements for his North London squad.
Zubimendi has a £52m release clause in his contract, which Arsenal have informed Sociedad they are willing to pay in order to move ahead of any rivals in the race for the Spain international.
The 26-year-old was linked with Liverpool last summer and has recently emerged as a potential target for Real Madrid, according to reports in Spain.
Arsenal Progressing for Zubimendi Deal
Confident of making him their first summer signing
Martin Zubimendi
Zubimendi is now likely to be the first piece of summer business for Arsenal and their new sporting director Andrea Berta, who started in the role last month.
The Spanish executive is believed to be targeting several Spain internationals this summer, with Athletic Bilbao forward Nico Williams also high on his list of potential recruits.
According to GIVEMESPORT sources, Arsenal have already held initial discussions with the winger’s representatives, though they are not alone in the race as Chelsea retain a long-standing interest as well.
GIVEMESPORT Key Statistic: Zubimendi has registered four goal contributions in 30 La Liga appearances this season.
Williams and Zubimendi were both part of Spain’s Euro 2024-winning squad, though the latter made only one start, but has since become a regular under Luis de la Fuente.
The 26-year-old, praised as 'world-class', is likely to arrive at the Emirates as a replacement for Thomas Partey and Jorginho, whose contracts are set to expire at the end of the season.
Martin Zubimendi's Real Sociedad Stats (2024/25 La Liga)
Games
30
Goals
2
Assists
1
Goal-creating actions
5
Minutes played
2,509
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