Real Sociedad midfielder Martin Zubimendi has arrived in London to complete his transfer to Arsenal, as the Premier League club looks to secure their first signing of the summer transfer window.
According to reports, the 26-year-old Spanish international is set to meet with Arsenal officials to finalize the deal. Zubimendi has a £51 million release clause in his contract with the LaLiga club, but the Gunners are expected to pay slightly more to spread the payment over several years.
The midfielder has been a standout performer for Real Sociedad since coming through their youth system, making 236 appearances and scoring 10 goals for the club. His arrival would mark a significant addition to Mikel Arteta's squad as they prepare for the upcoming season.
Previous Interest from Premier League Rivals
Zubimendi was previously the subject of serious interest from Liverpool last year but opted to remain in Spain for another season. More recently, there were rumors that Real Madrid had made a late attempt to hijack Arsenal's move by contacting the player's representatives.
Despite these approaches, the midfielder appears to have chosen Arsenal as his next destination, providing Arteta with a significant boost to his midfield options ahead of the 2025/2026 campaign.
Arsenal fans will be eager to see how Zubimendi fits into their team's setup, especially after their strong performances in recent seasons as they continue to challenge for the Premier League title.
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