The Premier League champions were completely happy to forgo the chance to sign Zubimendi at the second time of asking for one very big reason - and not what you might think - a pundit has explained

Arsenal have signed Martin Zubimendi a year after Liverpool were unsuccessful in their pursuit of the midfielder.

Arsenal have managed to do something that Liverpool weren’t able to do last summer. They’ve signed Martin Zubimendi. The Spaniard was heavily linked with a move to Anfield following Euro 2024 -

Martin Zubimendi ranks among the elite in his role as a classic holding midfielder, primarily focused on distribution and defensive duties, and should free up Declan Rice at Arsenal.

Arsenal remain on the hunt for a winger following the arrivals of Martin Zubimendi, Christian Noorgard, Kepa Arrizabalaga, and a deal for Viktor Gyokeres getting closer. The Gunners have stepped up their transfer plans over the last week,

AFTER being a chess sensation at 11, Martin Zubimendi knows the importance of thinking one step ahead at all times. No doubt then, the Spanish midfielder would have been impressed by Arsenal’s

Arsenal have officially launched its pre-season preparations at the newly renamed Sobha Realty Training Centre, marking the beginning of an intense summer aimed at ending a five-year trophy drought.

During recent seasons, Zubimendi has steadily evolved into one of the most highly regarded midfielders in world football while playing for Real Sociedad. His consistent performances have marked him out as a player capable of operating at the highest level, and he now has the opportunity to demonstrate that ability on a much larger stage.