Arsenal Complete £51 Million Signing of Martin Zubimendi from Real Sociedad
SME News UK. Arsenal have officially secured the signing of Spanish midfielder Martin Zubimendi from Real Sociedad in a deal worth £51 million, marking a major addition to Mikel Arteta’s squad ahead of the new Premier League season.The 26-year-old midfielder, widely regarded for his composure, intelligence, and tactical awareness, has signed a long-term contract at the Emirates Stadium. Arsenal triggered Zubimendi’s release clause, bringing an end to a transfer saga that has seen the Gunners consistently linked with the Spain international over recent windows.Zubimendi arrives in north London after a standout season with Real Sociedad, where he made 48 appearances across all competitions and played a pivotal role in their domestic and European campaigns. His performances attracted interest from several European giants, including Liverpool and Real Madrid, but it is Arsenal who have won the race for his signature.A product of Real Sociedad’s esteemed youth academy, Zubimendi is expected to bring technical quality, defensive stability, and elite-level experience to Arsenal’s midfield as they prepare to compete on multiple fronts in the upcoming campaign.Speaking on the transfer, Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta expressed his delight:> “Martin is a player we’ve admired for a long time. His intelligence, leadership, and consistency make him an ideal fit for our system. We’re excited to welcome him to Arsenal.”With Zubimendi now part of the squad, Arsenal continue to strengthen their ranks in a bid to build on last season’s progress and mount a serious challenge for domestic and European silverware.
