Real Madrid are serious about signing Spanish midfielder this summer. The player is top priority of Mikel Arteta and has been on the radar of Arsenal since a long time.
Real Madrid are planning for a midfield transition this summer. In addition, their is a doubt about the future of Carlo Ancelotti. If the Italian leaves this summer, he can get replaced by Xabi Alonso who will be backed to bring players as per his plans.
As of now, Madrid are said to find a proper replacement for Toni Kross who retired last summer. In addition, Luka Modric can move-on this summer opening up space in midfield. Lastly, their are doubts about the future of Tchouameni and Camavinga.
Real Madrid hold serious interest in Spanish midfielder
According to COPE, Madrid hold strong interest in Martin Zubimendi. They are making serious effort to land him and are prepared to trigger his €60 million release clause. The report also states that arrival of Xabi Alonso can speed-up the pursuit of Zubimendi who fits in his tactics.
This will come as a major blow for Arsenal. The North London club are trying to sign Zubimendi since the last summer. They tried in summer 2024 but the move ended in failure. At that time, Zubimendi had no intention to leave Spain.
Other reports state that Gunners still have lead in the Zubimendi race. It is stated that the Spaniard has agreed personal terms with the North London club. The final decision will come to the player himself with Arsenal holding the hopes that he chooses them over Madrid.
Arteta is likely to use Zubimendi as holding midfielder alongside Declan Rice. In addition to Zubimendi, Gunners are also linked with Bruno Guimaraes. But, signing the Brazilian will prove very hard as he is very happy at Newcastle.
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