Arsenal get it done! Martin Zubimendi agrees personal terms as Gunners see off transfer competition from Real Madrid & Barcelona to land £51m midfielder
Arsenal has agreed on personal terms with Martin Zubimendi to join the club this summer.
The £51 million deal will see Zubimendi sign a contract binding him to the club until at least 2029. Manager Mikel Arteta is relying on the Spanish international to strengthen the midfield, especially after injuries to Declan Rice and Thomas Partey.
Deal Details:
– Value: £51 million, with the amount potentially being paid in installments.
– Salary: Zubimendi will earn £75,000 per week, doubling his current wage.
– Impact: Zubimendi is expected to change the team’s dynamics, occupying the defensive midfield role and allowing Rice to play in a more advanced role.
Zubimendi’s Importance to Arsenal:
– Experience: Zubimendi has extensive experience playing in defensive midfield with Real Sociedad.
– Skills: He can play as a single pivot in midfield, in addition to his ability to play in a double pivot.
– Potential Impact: Zubimendi is expected to contribute to improving the team’s performance, especially given the intense competition in the Premier League.
