Arsenal look set to make a permanent transfer for Real Sociedad midfielder Martin Zubimendi, with a deal described as “virtually completed”.
The Spaniard has been a target for plenty of top clubs, but it appears as though the Gunners are set to win the race for his signature.
Martin Zubimendi has become a household name with his performances on the club and international stage.
With a switch to Arsenal now on the cards, here’s a look at everything you need to know about the star before his imminent move.
What is Martin Zubimendi’s age?
Martin Zubimendi was born on February 2, 1999, which makes him 25 years old at the time of writing and nearing the peak of his career.
The star was born in San Sebastian, a region of Spain that hosts his current club – Real Sociedad.
What height is Martin Zubimendi?
Martin Zubimendi measures in at 1.81 metres – or roughly five feet and 11 inches tall.
What position does Martin Zubimendi play?
Throughout his career so far, Martin Zubimendi has spent his time playing in midfield, most notably in a deep-lying role.
He has only ever featured for Real Sociedad, coming through their academy ranks before making his debut in 2019 – keeping his place ever since.
Martin Zubimendi playing style and scouting report
Playing in midfield is more than just occupying the centre of the pitch, with different roles being born out of the phase between attack and defence.
Martin Zubimendi usually plays as a deep-lying midfielder, with his style surrounding the dictating of possession.
The Spaniard often looks to receive the ball on the half turn from the defensive line to help his team build-up.
He is relatively press-proof, making him the source of starting attacks for both his club and country.
Defensively, he is more than capable of holding his own, though there have been questions about whether his physicality could be a hindrance.
Does Martin Zubimendi have a release clause?
Yes, Martin Zubimendi does have a release clause in his Real Sociedad contract in the region of £51million.
It can be triggered at any time, though the full payment has to be taken at the time, while the decision is also down to the player on whether he wants to move.
Why did Martin Zubimendi turn down Liverpool?
While Martin Zubimendi has been a target for Arsenal, a switch to Liverpool in the summer of 2024 seemed much more likely.
The midfielder turned it down though, explaining why to El Diario Vasco, stating: “I went on vacation, and it caught me by surprise. It wasn’t something I had planned.
“I reacted when the situation arose. It was an uncomfortable time for me But I weighed the pros and cons and concluded that the best option was to stay.”
Martin Zubimendi to Arsenal transfer
While rivals were weighing up a move, reports state that Arsenal are set to complete a transfer for Martin Zubimendi in the summer 2025 window.
The Real Sociedad star is claimed to have been in talks over a switch, with a move “virtually completed” at this stage.
Zubimendi has been described as Mikel Arteta’s “dream transfer target” before, with the manager seemingly set to land him.
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