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Arsenal’s transfer business this summer has drawn widespread praise, and rightly so. With a clear strategy and rapid execution, the club has addressed many of its long-standing weaknesses.

Soccer News / Empire of the Kop / July 23

Martin Zubimendi gives five-word explanation for turning down chance to join Liverpool in 2024

Martin Zubimendi has explained his reasoning for turning down the chance to join Liverpool last summer, before eventually making the move to the Premier League this month by signing for Arsenal.

Soccer News / Just Arsenal / July 9

How much time does Zubimendi need to start showing his qualities at Arsenal?

Martin Zubimendi has finalised his long-anticipated transfer from Real Sociedad to Arsenal, and the midfielder is fully aware of the responsibility that now rests on his shoulders.

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Soccer News / Just Arsenal / July 8

Arsenal preparing to step up interest in French midfielder

Arsenal may have secured the services of Martin Zubimendi and reportedly reached an agreement to sign Christian Nørgaard, yet the Gunners continue their pursuit of further midfield reinforcements.

Soccer News / Just Arsenal / July 7

Why Arsenal paid more money than required for Zubimendi

Martin Zubimendi has officially completed his transfer to Arsenal, with the club securing the services of one of Europe’s most highly regarded midfielders.

Soccer News / Just Arsenal / July 7

‘He hardly ever passes’ Pundit discusses Arsenal new boy Zubimendi

Martin Zubimendi’s arrival at Arsenal has generated considerable excitement, with the midfielder joining the club following interest from high-profile teams such as Liverpool and Real Madrid.

Martin Zubimendi News / Football Espana / July 7

Explained: Why Real Madrid could not get close to hijacking Martin Zubimendi Arsenal move

Last week Arsenal presented Martin Zubimendi as their new star signing in midfield, set to dominate alongside Declan Rice from August onwards. The Real Sociedad academy product moved for a total of €70m, despite interest from Real Madrid, and the presence of idol Xabi Alonso at the Santiago Bernabeu.

Soccer News / Just Arsenal / July 6

Zubimendi admits he has so much in common with Mikel Arteta

Martin Zubimendi has officially joined Arsenal, completing a transfer that had been in progress for some time and widely anticipated by supporters. The Spanish midfielder has built a strong reputation in La Liga, consistently performing at a high level and attracting interest from several major clubs.

Real Sociedad News / ESPN / July 6

Will Martín Zubimendi be Arsenal's answer to Rodri?

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.

Soccer News / Just Arsenal / July 6

Official: Arsenal completes move for Martin Zubimendi

Arsenal have officially completed the signing of Martin Zubimendi, confirming a transfer that many of their supporters have been anticipating for some time.

Real Sociedad News / The42 / July 6

Arsenal sign highly rated Spain midfielder in €59 million deal

Martin Zubimendi joins from Real Sociedad.

Soccer News / Just Arsenal / June 30

Arsenal’s new signing travelled to London yesterday to complete move

Arsenal are close to finalising the signing of Martin Zubimendi after the midfielder reportedly agreed to join the club. The Gunners have pursued the Spanish international for over a year and now look set to land their long-term target.

Real Sociedad News / Football Espana / June 30

Revealed: Final fee that Arsenal will pay for Martin Zubimendi, deal announced this week

Martin Zubimendi is living his final days as a Real Sociedad player, with the midfielder set for a move to Arsenal. A deal has already been agreed between all parties, and it has been this way for several weeks.

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Soccer News / Just Arsenal / June 27

Opinion: Brentford midfielder makes sense as Arsenal can still spend big where they need to

Brentford midfield raid makes sense as it allows Arsenal to still spend big on the attack, just as they should. Beyond the signing of Martin Zubimendi, and the imminent arrival of our new goalkeeper, Arsenal’s main objective this summer has been to strengthen their attack.

Soccer News / Just Arsenal / June 25

Zubimendi’s Arsenal shirt number revealed after Ben White obstacle

Martin Zubimendi is expected to complete his move to Arsenal in the coming days as the Gunners have reportedly finalised an agreement to sign him from Real Sociedad.

Soccer News / Football Espana / June 24

Arsenal take shock interest in La Liga midfielder with €40m release clause

Arsenal are all set to complete a deal for Martin Zubimendi this summer, which will see them pay more than his €60m release clause to bring in a starting quality player.

Soccer News / Extratime Talk / June 23

Arsenal’s Perfect Signing? Why Martin Zubimendi Could Transform Their Midfield

It seems a bit unfair that a defensive midfielder as accomplished as Martin Zubimendi has only played in 19 international matches for Spain so far. However, that is not a reflection of his ability, but rather one of the abundances in quality Spain continue to have in their midfield.

Real Sociedad News / Football Espana / June 21

Martin Zubimendi lands in London to seal Arsenal switch

Arsenal are on course to finally complete the transfer signing of Martin Zubimendi in the coming days. The midfielder had agreed a deal with Gunners last month, but late interest from Real Madrid changed the situation, as Zubimendi kept his options open a move to the Spanish capital.

Soccer News / Last Word On Sports / June 20

Arsenal Close In on ‘Second-Best Player in the World’ – Only Formalities Left

According to a report by The Athletic, Martin Zubimendi has travelled to London to meet with Arsenal officials and complete his transfer to the North London club.

Liverpool FC News / Empire of the Kop / June 14

'I’m led to believe…' – Sky reporter outlines new theory on why Zubimendi snubbed Liverpool

Where Liverpool are about to succeed with Florian Wirtz this month, they fell short with Martin Zubimendi last summer. Cast your mind back to August, when it looked for all the world that the Spanish midfielder was signing for the Reds, only to instead decide that he’d rather remain at Real Sociedad.

Soccer News / Total Apex Sports / June 10

Arsenal Secures Martin Zubimendi Amid Real Madrid Interest

In a summer already circling with speculation, Arsenal remained quietly confident that their pursuit of Real Sociedad’s midfield maestro, Martín Zubimendi, is closing in on a London move, regardless of whispers from Real Madrid.

Soccer News / The Trivela Effect / May 11

Arsenal signing Martin Zubimendi means another declining player is out the door

Arsenal need a striker more than anything in order to win the Premier League and make the leap from “in the mix” to a true Champions League title contender, but their biggest priority signing seemed to be a midfielder.

Real Sociedad News / Caught Offside / March 29

Arsenal get huge update in quest for Martin Zubimendi – Ornstein

Arsenal are already planning for next season with Martin Zubimendi in mind, with reports suggesting they are operating as if the Real Sociedad midfielder is already their player, according to David Ornstein.

Liverpool FC News / Empire of the Kop / January 3

European football expert drops Liverpool prediction as Zubimendi ‘ready to leave’ Real Sociedad

Martin Zubimendi was the one that got away for Liverpool in 2024, but will this be the year that the Reds finally snap up the Spanish midfielder? Last August, the Reds were on the cusp of signing the 25-year-old, only for him to back out of the move in favour of remaining with Real Sociedad (Daily Mail).