According to reports, Arsenal have been snubbed by priority target Martin Zubimendi, who will only leave Real Sociedad for two other clubs.
are expected to pursue a couple of marquee signings this summer after they missed out on the 2023/24 Premier League title to Manchester City on the final day.
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Real Sociedad standout Zubimendi has been heavily linked with the Premier League giants as his performances in La Liga earned him his debut for Spain.
The 25-year-old is under contract until 2027 but he could leave for £51m this summer as there is a release clause in his current deal with Real Sociedad.
Last month, transfer expert Fabrizio Romano insisted Zubimendi is super happy at Real Sociedad but he is surely on the list at Arsenal and Bayern Munich .
“Martin Zubimendi is still super happy at Real Sociedad. He loves the club, the city, the fans. No issues,” Romano said.
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“Of course, if any club will trigger his release clause it will be up to the player to decide on the next move, but he’s surely on the list at Arsenal and Bayern (I never said Bayern were unlikely, just that he was a top target in case Alonso joined and it now will depend on the new coach).
“So, let’s wait and see on the movements in the summer, but Zubimendi is not pushing to leave, however, in case of proposals, he will consider his future.”
According to reports in Spain, Arsenal were willing to pay Zubimendi s release clause but he has ruled out a move to the Emirates.
Arsenal are reportedly of the understanding that he would only leave Real Sociedad for Barcelona or Real Madrid. Regarding potential alternatives, the report adds.
The Gunners, given the player s refusal to leave La Liga, have already opened other options to reinforce their squad, such as Joao Neves, Amadou Onana, Bruno Guimaraes or Douglas Luiz, although the latter is somewhat more complicated.
