One of Mikel Arteta’s primary transfer targets seemed unconcerned about a transfer to the Emirates Stadium, which is sure to upset Arsenal supporters. The Gunners have been somewhat quiet in their summer transfer market thus far. David Raya is the only exception; his relationship with the club has become permanent after being a loan from Brentford. A major midfield target has not responded positively to their offer.
According to Football Transfers, Real Sociedad’s Martin Zubimendi received a contract offer from Arsenal. Because the Spanish player has not responded, the Gunners have become irritated. A departure from Real Sociedad is not in Zubimendi’s near future, as this comment makes very obvious. This summer, Arsenal’s acquisition of the Spain international seems exceedingly improbable due to the €60 million (£50 million) release clause in his contract. Zubimendi had 45 appearances in the 2023–24 season, with four goals and one assist to his name. Arteta will be very disappointed by these remarks, because the Spanish coach has long been interested in Zubimendi.
Zubimendi told AS, “I haven’t thought about it. I feel very loved, by the people I love and, for the moment, I see it far away (an exit). We value a lot about home, we feel represented and since I am a participant in this project it would be a shame to leave it.”
£50m Player Has Now Rejected Arsenal
The Gunners have kept tabs on the 25-year-old for more than a year, but Zubimendi seems to have an unbreakable bond with his local club. This is only a setback; Arsenal still has choices to think about for the summer. Mundo Deportivo, another Spanish news site, has reported that, should they decide to pursue Everton’s Amadou Onana seriously, Arsenal may be the favorites to sign him.
Another Real Sociedad midfielder, Mikel Merino, is also attracting attention. When compared to Zubimendi, Merino is more amenable to relocation. His self-description as a “adventurer” gave the impression that he was considering a move away from Real Sociedad. Arsenal may find some optimism in this development as they seek a new midfielder.
While Arsenal’s pursuit of Martin Zubimendi has been disappointing thus far, there are still options to be had during the current transfer window. In order to bolster their team for the next season, Arteta and the club will have to change their emphasis and go after other objectives. Whether the club is able to overcome these obstacles and attract the top players to compete at the highest level is something that fans will be attentively observing.
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Supporters of Arsenal may relax. It seems that Mikel Arteta will be staying put. The club has reportedly begun contract extension discussions with Arteta, according to football source Fabrizio Romano. The Gunners are eager to extend his stay at the Emirates Stadium beyond the end of his current contract in 2025.
Since Arteta’s 2019 arrival at Arsenal, the club has seen a remarkable transformation. Arsenal, who had previously been aimless, is now a formidable rival for the English Premier League title. They have been in a championship fight with Manchester City for the last two seasons. The 42-year-old Spanish manager has the full support of the club, players, and supporters as he guides them towards success.
