According to sources, Martin Zubimendi, a midfielder for Real Sociedad, is waiting to go through a physical with Arsenal today before finalising a transfer. The Gunners’ hopes of winning the Premier League this season were finally dashed when they were soundly defeated by Liverpool.With Arsenal defeating Real Madrid in the quarterfinals and then losing to Paris Saint-Germain in the semifinals, Arteta’s team also had a successful run in the Champions League. Arteta and new sporting director Andrea Berta are hoping to rebuild and try again next season after Arsenal failed to win a major trophy yet again.
Zubimendi, a midfielder for Real Sociedad, has long been at the top of their list, and Arteta recently revealed that Jorginho is departing on a free transfer.Speaking after beating Southampton on the last day Arteta said: “I’m very happy. You want to start your holidays in the next few days with a nice feeling, with a good vibe, seeing some happy faces there. READ: Andrea’s Ranking.
In addition to winning, it was crucial to bid farewell to some of the players who had departed our football team and express gratitude for their contributions. A few of them, like Kieran, have accompanied us on this trip for six years. We’re attempting to give Jorginho, Raheem, and Neto hugs. “So, it was my responsibility to express my gratitude to a select players. I think we all have and we wish them the best for the next season.According to other Spanish reports, Arteta “fears the worst” that Zubimendi “could be stolen” from them by new Real Madrid manager Xabi Alonso. However, it appears that this is not the case, as Spanish publication AS maintains that Zubimendi “has already reached a verbal agreement with Arsenal and will sign a long-term contract with the Gunners.”