Transfer Talk: Martin Zubimendi's Future in Doubt
Arsenal's Martin Zubimendi is reportedly being considered by Real Madrid, leaving the Gunners with a transfer dilemma. The Spaniard has been a key player for Arsenal this season, featuring in all 38 Premier League matches in his maiden season as a Gunner to help the club win their first league title in more than 20 years.
What's Next for Zubimendi?
With Arsenal splashing out £75million on Bruno Guimaraes to further strengthen their midfield options, Real Madrid are reportedly ready to rekindle their interest in Zubimendi. Whether Zubimendi is attainable or not is another matter, with Mikel Arteta known to be a huge fan of the midfielder.
The Financial Flexibility Conundrum
Arsenal will have to sell if they are to give themselves the financial flexibility in the transfer market to 'level up' the team that almost completed the double last year after reaching the Champions League final, as per Arteta's wishes. And that could leave them with some difficult decisions to make in terms of outgoings.
Recent Form
Arsenal are currently on a 5-game winning run, with a recent form of 5W-0D-0L (WWWWW). They are 7 points clear of Manchester City at the top of the Premier League table, with 71 goals scored and 27 conceded this season.
Current Squad Status
Jurriën Timber and Louie Copley are currently sidelined for the Gunners.
Transfer Window Developments
Real Madrid's need for a midfielder is nothing new, and they were previously believed to be the frontrunners to sign Rodri, with the Manchester City star open to a return to Spain this summer. However, Real are now said to be behind Barcelona in the race for Rodri's services, even though their arch-rivals have seen an opening bid for the player turned down by City.
League standing (final 2025 table -- new season not yet under way): 1st in Premier League, 85 pts, 26W-7D-5L from 38 games, recent form WWWWW. Goals this season: 71 scored, 27 conceded (+44 goal difference). Lead at the top: 7 points clear of Manchester City. Last result: Crystal Palace 1-2 Arsenal (2026-05-24).
