Arsenal are now favourites to sign 'world-class' £50m star ahead of Real Madrid – report

In response to Spanish outlet AS, Arsenal are in pole place to land midfielder Martin Zubimendi from Actual Sociedad amid recent curiosity from Actual Madrid.

The Spain worldwide has been a long-term goal for the London giants, and it was reported earlier this month that the midfielder is definite to affix the Gunners within the subsequent switch window.

AS (by way of SportWitness) have highlighted the identical of their story. The publication declare that Arsenal are in ‘pole place’ to land the highly-rated midfielder regardless of curiosity from Los Blancos.

Gunners boss Mikel Arteta is a ‘nice supporter’ of his compatriot and the hierarchy are ready to again him within the pursuit by paying the midfielder’s £50 million launch clause in the summertime.

AS clarify that Madrid are conscious of the state of affairs and they’re at a drawback.

Arsenal favourites

The Gunners have tried to recruit Zubimendi for the previous few years. He appeared on target to affix Premier League rivals Liverpool final summer season, however made a shock U-turn to proceed with Sociedad for the 2024/25 marketing campaign.

Arsenal explored a mid-season deal for the proficient holding midfielder, however AS declare that the participant and Sociedad agreed to delay his exit till the summer season. The Gunners are actually prone to make an method in a number of months’ time.

Zubimendi could be a incredible acquisition for the London heavyweights. The Spaniard is understood for his good ball management, however is simplest together with his defensive involvements. He has a robust aerial presence and likes to make recoveries.

The midfielder has been in comparison with Rodri for his presence within the centre of the park. He could be an improve on Jorginho in addition to Thomas Partey. The skilled pair are prone to depart when their contracts expire on June 30.

Partey has been injury-free within the ultimate 12 months of his deal, however Arsenal should not considering an extension. The Ghanaian has had a disappointing damage file up to now. He’ll flip 32 in June and might be previous his prime quickly.

Zubimendi, who has been hailed as ‘world-class‘ by Arsenal star Kieran Tierney, may turn into an undisputed starter within the no.6 place for the Gunners on his summer season arrival from Sociedad.