Martin Zubimendi is on the brink of completing his long-awaited move to Arsenal. According to multiple sources, all documents have been signed, and only the medical remains pending — scheduled after his duties with the Spanish national team conclude.
👉 Sky Sports confirms Arsenal met the £51m release clause, and personal terms have already been agreed.
Despite the deal being effectively done, Real Sociedad have requested that the transfer be officially completed in July, as the club wants to record the profit from Zubimendi’s sale in the 2025/26 financial year. This delay will offer them greater flexibility to spend in the upcoming transfer window
👉 More details from Arsenal Insider
Fans speculated earlier that Zubimendi was already in London for a medical, but he shut down those rumors by posting a photo of himself surfing in San Sebastián
👉 The Sun has the photo and full story
The 26-year-old midfielder addressed the transfer talks recently, saying:
“It seems like it’s going to be a different, long summer, and I don’t know how it will end.”
There have been rumors of interest from Real Madrid, especially with Xabi Alonso’s influence at the club, but no concrete move has materialized.
👉 TalkSport discusses Madrid’s interest
Arsenal remain confident that Zubimendi will become a key figure in Mikel Arteta’s midfield — especially after Jorginho’s recent departure to Flamengo.
