MARTIN ZUBIMENDI NEWS

Martin Zubimendi: What Arsenal are getting with Real Sociedad midfielder With Arsenal hoping to sign the final piece to complete the jigsaw puzzle of their midfield, BBC Sport looks at what they would be getting w...

6 DAYS AGO • BBC.CO.UK

Martin Zubimendi delay reason revealed as Arsenal close in on Spain star | Sporting News Arsenal ae pushing hard to sign Real Sociedad star Martin Zubimendi this summer.

JUNE 11 • SPORTINGNEWS.COM

Mainstay in midfield Zubimendi started in 33 of his 36 appearances while recording two goals on 24 shots and one assist on 19 chances created in La Liga.

Impact Zubimendi would see another solid season bolstering the midfield for Sociedad, capturing a starting role with the club for a fourth straight season. He would only see three goal contributions, although most of his work came in the defense, playing in more of a holding role in the middle of the pitch. He should remain in this role through the final two years of his contract, but his value varies in the middle of the pitch due to his lack of movement forward, with five goal contributions being his most in a league season for the club.

JUNE 11 • ROTOWIRE

Arsenal believe £51m Martin Zubimendi transfer from Real Sociedad is 'done and signed' as reason for delay on official announcement & truth about Real Madrid interest revealed | Goal.com US Arsenal consider Martin Zubimendi’s move from Real Sociedad to be “done and signed”, with the delay in an official announcement being explai...

JUNE 10 • GOAL.COM

After 6-year absence, Isco returns to Spain's squad for Nations League semifinal. Rodri still out

Isco is back with Spain’s national team after a six-year absence, while Rodri remains out after a long injury layoff

MAY 26

Arsenal get it done! Martin Zubimendi agrees personal terms as Gunners see off transfer competition from Real Madrid & Barcelona to land £51m midfielder | Goal.com US Arsenal are on the verge of signing Real Sociedad's Martin Zubimendi after seeing off competition from Real Madrid and Barcelona.

MAY 10 • GOAL.COM

Excels in scoreless draw Zubimendi generated four tackles (two won), one clearance and three interceptions in Sunday's 0-0 draw versus Athletic.

Impact With Zubimendi's job being a defensive midfielder, it is imperative that he helps Real Sociedad maintain clean sheets, which the team successfully achieved relatively smoothly Sunday. Since mid-March, he has logged 15 clearances, 14 tackles (five won) and seven interceptions in six games.

MAY 4 • ROTOWIRE

Clears suspension Zubimendi is no longer suspended and is an option moving forward for the club.

Impact Zubimendi has cleared his ban due to due to yellow cards accumulation, with the midfielder set to return in their next contest. He is an undisputed starter in the defensive midfield when available and is expected to reclaim that spot right away.

APRIL 21 • ROTOWIRE

Will miss Villarreal game Zubimendi will miss the game against Villarreal due to an accumulation of five yellow cards in the league, resulting in a one-match ban.

Impact Zubimendi has accumulated five yellow cards in La Liga and will be suspended for the game against Villarreal on Sunday. Benat Turrientes is expected to be the one replacing him in the defensive midfield for that game.

APRIL 14 • ROTOWIRE

Newly appointed Arsenal director Andrea Berta lining up move for £70 million rated star instead of Martin Zubimendi: Reports Arsenal's newly appointed sporting director Andrea Berta reportedly prefers a move for Newcastle United star Bruno Guimaraes than for Real S...

MARCH 30 • SPORTSKEEDA.COM

Scores opener in 2-2 draw Zubimendi scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal) and one chance created in Sunday's 2-2 draw against Rayo Vallecano.

Impact Zubimendi scored his first goal since the opening day of the season, and this goal was his first shot on target in the last nine matches. He also created a chance in back-to-back games for the first time since December while only winning one of his three tackles.

MARCH 17 • ROTOWIRE

Spain calls up Real Madrid defender Raúl Asencio

Spain has called up Real Madrid defender Raúl Asencio for the first time ahead of the Nations League quarterfinals against the Netherlands

MARCH 14

Plays half an hour Sunday Zubimendi was expected to be back for Sunday's clash against Sevilla after recovering from illness in recent days. He played almost half an hour, confirming that he is fully fit mo...

Impact Zubimendi has fully recovered from his illness and is available moving forward. Although he didn't start on Sunday, he is expected to regain a starting spot in upcoming games, as he has been a regular starter this season.

MARCH 10 • ROTOWIRE

Fit despite not training Zubimendi (illness) did not train Friday but is still an option for Sunday's match against Sevilla, according to manager Imanol Alguacil, per Oscar Badallo of Marca. "Martin is on...

Impact Zubimendi looks to have recovered from his illness after missing their match midweek, as he has been called up for the match against Sevilla. He is a regular starter when fit and will look to see that spot, although that decision is up in the air after he didn't train Friday.

MARCH 8 • ROTOWIRE

Misses out with illness Zubimendi (illness) is out for Thursday's match against Manchester United.

Impact Zubimendi has not made the call for Thursday, with the midfielder suffering from an illness. Luckily for the midfielder, this shouldn't keep him out long, likely questionable for Sunday's match against Sevilla. He is a regular starter, so they will hope he is fit soon, with Benat Turrientes as his replacement Thursday.

MARCH 6 • ROTOWIRE

Late call for Thursday Zubimendi is questionable for Thursday's match against Manchester United due to injury, according to manager Imanol Alguacil, per Oscar Badallo of Marca. "Martin? We are going to w...

Impact Zubimendi looks to be a late call for Thursday, with the midfielder suffering some type of injury in their last outing after leaving at halftime. He will be a game time decision, likely facing a fitness test ahead of the contest. He is a regular starter, so this could be a significant loss, with Benat Turrientes as a possible replacement.

MARCH 5 • ROTOWIRE

Arsenal hit by fresh Martin Zubimendi transfer blow as talks intensify | Sporting News Arsenal ae expected to b busy in the transfer market ahead of the 2025/26 season.

FEBRUARY 20 • SPORTINGNEWS.COM

Arsenal hit by fresh Martin Zubimendi transfer blow as talks intensify | Sporting News Canada Arsenal ae expected to b busy in the transfer market ahead of the 2025/26 season.

FEBRUARY 20 • SPORTINGNEWS.COM

Arsenal agree 4-year contract with 26-year-old star ahead of summer transfer window: Reports Arsenal have agreed to a four-year deal with Spanish midfielder Martin Zubimendi to join them in the summer, according to reports.

FEBRUARY 17 • SPORTSKEEDA.COM

Arne Slot Explains Why He Wanted To Sign Real Sociedad Midfielder Martin Zubimendi In Summer Liverpool boss Arne Slot has lifted the lid on why he wanted to sign Real Sociedad midfielder Martin Zubimendi in the summer. Zubimendi was...

JANUARY 21 • SI.COM

Arne Slot reveals how Ryan Gravenberch ended Martin Zubimendi transfer pursuit with one 'special quality' | Sporting News Canada Arne Slot has hailed the impact of Ryan Gravenberch on his Liverpool team in 2024/25.

JANUARY 20 • SPORTINGNEWS.COM

Arne Slot reveals how Ryan Gravenberch ended Martin Zubimendi transfer race with one 'special quality' | Sporting News Arne Slot has hailed the impact of Ryan Gravenberch on his Liverpool team in 2024/25.

JANUARY 20 • SPORTINGNEWS.COM

Arsenal ready to include 2 players as part of player-plus-cash deal to sign Martin Zubimendi in January: Reports Arsenal are reportedly prepared to include two players for Real Sociedad in a player-plus-cash deal as they look to sign Martin Zubimendi th...

JANUARY 17 • SPORTSKEEDA.COM