Real Madrid begin talks with Arsenal target Zubimendi

Martin Zubimendi has emerged as a Real Madrid target and the Spanish giants have began talks with the aim of signing him this summer ahead of Arsenal according to reports.

Zubimendi, 26, has been earmarked as a strong candidate for the Gunners, with Ghana midfielder Thomas Partey and Italian midfielder Jorginho set to leave in the summer.

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According to multiple reports, Arsenal and the Real Sociedad midfielder at an advanced stage.

This has happened months after the Euro 2024 winner rejected Liverpool’s advances.

With Real Madrid now in the mix, this could change.

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A potential deal for the services of the Spaniard is priced at £50million.

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Arsenal are set to name a new sporting director and Andrea Berta, the former director at Atletico Madrid is high on the list. He reportedly is keen on signing Zubimendi to the club.

The Gunners are set to miss out on the Premier League trophy as the club are lagging behind table toppers Liverpool.

They have finished second in the last two seasons.

With a big summer coming up, the club is under huge pressure to find new recruits as they chase the elusive Premier League title.