Arsenal eyeing up move for ex-Liverpool target next year - Reports

Arsenal are reportedly monitoring Real Sociedad's Martin Zubimendi, according to a report by the Independent. It is believed that Mikel Arteta is looking to sign a midfielder who could give him a balanced tactical set-up.

In recent years, Zubimendi has grown to be one of the most formidable defensive midfielders in Europe. The Spaniard is an excellent deep-lying midfielder and his defensive awareness is outstanding.

In the 2024-25 campaign, the Spaniard has been excellent. He has likewise registered three goal contributions in 16 games for Real Sociedad across all competitions. As regards his defensive numbers, Zubimendi has won 63 ground duels in 13 LaLiga appearances. He has also won 21 aerial duels and registered 29 tackles.

His impressive ability to bring stability to the midfield could be the reason why the Gunners are currently interested in signing him. Zubimendi can also be seen as a versatile midfielder who could feature as a defensive and central midfielder.

Last summer, it was reported that Zubimendi rejected Liverpool's offer despite their lengthy interest in signing him. With Arsenal coming into the fray, this could increase Real Sociedad's valuation for the Spaniard.

Zubimendi is currently contracted at Real Sociefldad until June 2027. This could imply that the Gunners might have to splash some cash if they intend to sign him. The Spaniard is valued at €60 million by Transfermarkt.

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Arsenal also interested in signing Mohammed Kudus from West Ham United - Reports

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The Gunners are also interested in signing Mohammed Kudus from West Ham United. This is according to a report by Fichajes (via Transfer News Live). Kudus can be described as an energetic winger whose vision in front of goal is outstanding.

The Ghanaian right-winger is also a versatile attacker. This is based on the idea that he could feature as a left-winger and as an attacking midfielder as well.

In the 2024-25 campaign, Kudus has netted two goals and registered one assist in 10 games for West Ham United. A brief overview of Arsenal's right-wing could indicate that Bukayo Saka is the only right-winger in the first team. This could be why the Gunners are reportedly looking to sign him.

Kudus could cost Arsenal £83 in the transfer market, according to a report by Fichajes.net. It will be interesting to see if the Gunners will be willing to spend such an amount on a winger.