BREAKING NEWS: According to Fabrizio Romano, a contract for Martin Zubimendi to join Arsenal has been agreed upon. According to sources, Thomas Partey will leave the club this summer, and the club is looking to reinforce their defensive backline for next season, confirming Martin as the finest player for the role. Arsenal ‘on the prowl’ to sign £69 million star before the Euros.

Arsenal’s pursuit of a new midfielder is gaining momentum as the summer season approaches.

Despite their current focus on the title race, the impending transfer window requires Edu’s attention towards potential reinforcements at the Emirates Stadium.

While several midfield prospects, such as Bruno Guimaraes and Manu Kone, have been linked with the club, recent reports suggest that Arsenal is eyeing a ‘world-class’ addition.

Insights from TuttoJuve reveal that Arsenal has begun negotiations to secure the services of Martin Zubimendi, with a proposed deal valued at €50 million (£45 million).

Although Zubimendi’s contract includes a release clause of €60 million, Arsenal is determined to secure the midfielder at a discounted rate. Juventus’ reported interest in Zubimendi could spark a competitive bidding scenario following Arsenal’s initial offer.

However, sealing the deal for Martin Zubimendi presents challenges for Arsenal. The midfielder has shown unwavering loyalty to Real Sociedad throughout his career, and as a local talent, he may prefer to stay with his current club.

Despite this, Arsenal remains optimistic, leveraging manager Mikel Arteta’s connections to Real Sociedad to influence Zubimendi’s decision-making process.

Arsenal’s opening bid reflects their determination to finalize the transfer, though acceptance remains uncertain. With just €10 million (£9 million) separating them from Zubimendi’s release clause, Arsenal sees potential for a shortcut in the negotiation process.

This developing situation demands close attention as Arsenal continues its pursuit of Martin Zubimendi.