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Real Madrid’s interest in Martin Zubimendi ahead of the summer transfer window wasn’t exactly a secret. There was a sense that Zubimendi might have been waiting on a call from Real, but when Mikel Arteta got in touch, his decision was straightforward.

Soccer News / To The Lane And Back / November 25

Richarlison reaches impressive Tottenham milestone after scoring Puskas-worthy goal against Arsenal

Richarlison etched his name into Tottenham Hotspur’s record books during the 4-1 North London Derby defeat to Arsenal, though the achievement will provide little consolation given the manner of the loss.

Soccer News / To The Lane And Back / November 25

Les Ferdinand has questioned the decision to allow Arsenal’s second goal against Tottenham

Tottenham endured a nightmare North London Derby, suffering a 4-1 defeat at the Emirates Stadium. Arsenal’s second goal ignited major controversy, as Eberechi Eze doubled the Gunners’ lead right on the stroke of half-time.

Real Sociedad News / Football Espana / November 20

Former player told Arsenal to sign Martin Zubimendi five years before 2025 transfer

In the summer, Martin Zubimendi left Real Sociedad to join Premier League side Arsenal in a deal worth €60m. The 26-year-old has been in excellent form since moving to London, but it turns out that he could have ended up there a number of years prior to his 2025 transfer.

Soccer News / To The Lane And Back / November 20

No Kudus? No problem: Tottenham Hotspur predicted XI vs Arsenal

Tottenham Hotspur are all set to return from the international hiatus this weekend as Thomas Frank returns his focus to the Premier League with a visit to the Emirates Stadium scheduled for a late Sunday kickoff.

Martin Zubimendi News / Caught Offside / November 20

'The truth is…' – Ex-Gunner lifts the lid on Arsenal star rejecting transfer to their rivals

Former Arsenal left-back Nacho Monreal has discussed the club’s signing of Spanish midfield maestro Martin Zubimendi this summer. Monreal, who played for both Arsenal and Zubimendi’s former club Real Sociedad, has admitted to long being a big fan of the player, who he saw first coming through as a youngster.

Soccer News / Just Arsenal / November 17

A £51m masterstroke Madrid missed, but Arsenal didn’t

Martin Zubimendi’s signing has not been appreciated nearly as much as it deserves. The Spaniard has slipped seamlessly into Arsenal’s midfield, replacing Thomas Partey with remarkable ease.

Soccer News / Real Madrid CF on SI / November 14

Arsenal Reportedly Jump Ahead of Barcelona and Real Madrid in the Race to Sign La Liga Forward

Arsenal have recently beaten Real Madrid to a player this past summer, signing Martin Zubimendi from Real Sociedad. They could be about to do the same

Soccer News / The Trivela Effect / November 13

Arsenal after dream transfer target to definitively form best midfield in world football

Arsenal already have one of the best midfields in world football, as the additions of backup playmaker Eberechi Eze and elite anchor Martin Zubimendi have taken the Gunners to another level.

Soccer News / Just Arsenal / November 12

Philippe Senderos reveals the player that has balanced Arsenal’s midfield

Philippe Senderos has expressed his admiration for the impact Martin Zubimendi has made at Arsenal since his summer transfer to the Emirates Stadium. The Spanish midfielder joined the Gunners from Real Sociedad and has quickly established himself as a key figure in the centre of the pitch.

Soccer News / Just Arsenal / November 6

Pundit says Real Madrid made a mistake letting Arsenal sign Euro 2024 winner

In the summer transfer window, Real Madrid emerged as Arsenal’s main rival in the pursuit of Martin Zubimendi, as the midfielder explored a move away from Real Sociedad.

Soccer News / The 4th Official / October 30

Saliba, Calafiori And Zubimendi To Start | 4-3-3 Arsenal Predicted Lineup Vs Burnley

Arsenal will lock horns with Burnley at Turf Moor this Saturday afternoon as they look to secure a good result on the road in the Premier League. The Gunners managed to secure a solid 2-0 win over Brighton and Hove Albion earlier this week, which should keep them in good spirits ahead of this game.

Real Sociedad News / HITC / October 28

Mikel Arteta admits he didn’t expect Martin Zubimendi to adapt this quickly at Arsenal

Mikel Arteta has said he’s been taken aback by how well one Arsenal player has started the season, though praise from Kieran Tierney and Xavi suggests the talent was always there.

Soccer News / Just Arsenal / October 12

Zubimendi explains decision to snub Liverpool and move to Arsenal a year later

Martin Zubimendi could have made his Premier League debut a year earlier than he eventually did, but Arsenal would not have been his destination. The Spanish midfielder joined the Gunners in the summer as one of Europe’s most admired players in his position, with the club determined not to miss out on signing him a second time.

Soccer News / Just Arsenal / October 11

Spanish media is tracking and falling in love with impact of Arsenal new signing

Martin Zubimendi is gradually building a reputation as the best signing of the summer in European football, and Arsenal appears fortunate to have secured his services.

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Soccer News / Empire of the Kop / October 11

'It wasn’t the right moment' – Martin Zubimendi opens up about rejecting Liverpool move in 2024

Martin Zubimendi has explained why he turned down the opportunity to join Liverpool from Real Sociedad in August 2024. A month after the midfielder helped

Real Sociedad News / Caught Offside / October 11

'Worst thing' – Arsenal star reveals 'horrible' moment when he first joined

Arsenal midfielder Martin Zubimendi has spoken out on the “horrible” initiation ritual he had to go through when he first joined the Gunners. The Spain international is quite a shy figure, and it seems he wasn’t keen on having to sing to his new teammates upon his arrival in north London.

Soccer News / Caught Offside / October 8

Martin Keown names the Arsenal signing having the biggest impact across Europe

Arsenal legend Martin Keown believes the club have clearly pulled off a masterstroke with the signing of Spanish central midfielder Martin Zubimendi. The 26-year-old has slotted in superbly into this Arsenal side since his move from Real Sociedad in the summer, and Keown has been hugely impressed with his start to life at the Emirates Stadium.

Real Sociedad News / Football Espana / September 17

Former Real Sociedad star Martin Zubimendi on winning at San Mames with Arsenal

On Tuesday, Athletic Club were defeated by Arsenal in their opening league phase match of this season’s Champions League. Victory was sweet for the Premier League side, and this was especially the case for midfielder Martin Zubimendi.

Soccer News / Football Espana / September 7

Arsenal and Spain midfielder Martin Zubimendi explains difference between Premier League and La Liga

Former Real Sociedad man and star Arsenal recruit Martin Zubimendi rubbed shoulders with the very best midfielders in La Liga, and now is doing so in the Premier League.

Soccer News / Just Arsenal / September 1

Media react as Zubimendi struggles in Arsenal’s loss to Liverpool

In a match many expected him to shine, showing Liverpool what they missed out on, Martin Zubimendi struggled to leave a mark as Arsenal lost to the Reds at Anfield.

Real Sociedad News / The Trivela Effect / August 7

Is Martin Zubimendi Worth £55.8M? How Good Is Arsenal’s Latest Midfield Anchor?

Martín Zubimendi isn’t a flashy name, but the £55.8 million Arsenal paid says everything about how highly Mikel Arteta rates him. A metronomic passer with elite defensive positioning, Zubimendi has quietly become one of Europe’s most reliable holding midfielders at Real Sociedad.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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).