Transfers very rarely happen out of nothing in football – but there is a player Mikel Arteta has wanted for a while now. Back in January 2023, the Spaniard and Edu chased a deal for Real Sociedad No.4 Martin Zubimendi. A story from The Athletic even stated that Arsenal were willing to trigger the Spain international’s €60m (£51m) release clause, such was their desperation to sign the playmaker. However, the 25-year-old wanted to stay in his homeland with Real Sociedad, and Arsenal eventually sealed a £12m deal for Jorginho. Now – however – Arsenal could have a golden chance to lure Martin Zubi…
