Transfer battle around Zubimendi: "Real" can overtake "Arsenal"

The European transfer market is in full swing. This time, the focus is on the talented midfielder of Real Sociedad, Martin Zubiemendi. Earlier, there were reports that the player had reached an agreement with Arsenal and was even preparing for a medical. However, the situation has taken a new turn.

According to the latest information published by AS, Real Madrid are planning to add Zubiemendi to their squad at the request of new head coach Xabi Alonso. The Madrid team is confident that the negotiations will be successful, given the good relations with Sociedad.

According to reports, Martin Zubiemendi is interested in staying in his familiar and local environment, that is, playing in La Liga. He is very attracted by the prestige and ambitions of the “royal club”. For this reason, he is ready to temporarily suspend the agreement with Arsenal.

The Madrid club plans to compensate part of the fee for the midfielder's transfer, which is estimated at 60 million euros, by giving a player from Castilla a free loan. It is not even ruled out that one of the members of the main team could join the deal.

"Real" is ready to pay Zubimendi around 6-7 million euros for the first season. "Arsenal" is offering a salary of 10 million euros per year after taxes. Nevertheless, the player's inner desire is to play in Madrid. Read 'Zamin' on Telegram!