Arsenal boss Mikel Arteta leveraged his legacy at Real Sociedad to sign Mikel Merino last year and it seems like business between the two clubs may not have come to an end just yet.
The Independent has reported that Arsenal are ‘targeting’ a swoop for La Real star Martin Zubimendi as well next year. The report adds that the Gunners are ‘monitoring’ his situation and see him as an ideal option to maximise Arteta’s tactical options in the middle of the park.
Thomas Partey’s contract is unlikely to be renewed beyond June 2025, which would make a defensive midfielder’s signing imperative for Arsenal as without a new purchase, they would be left with just Declan Rice and Mikel Merino.
Interest from the Premier League in Zubimendi is far from new as Arsenal have been linked with the player for a couple of years now while Liverpool were keen on him last summer.
The Reds were reportedly prepared to pay his £52 million release clause but the Spanish international decided to remain with his boyhood side for another year, although it is reportedly at the condition of leaving for a fair price in 2025.
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