There has been a new twist in Martin Zubimendi's transfer saga. Reports emerged on Tuesday claiming that Arsenal are pursuing a deal to sign the Real Sociedad m

Arsenal have moved ahead of Liverpool in the race to sign Martin Zubimendi after entering into advanced talks with Real Sociedad to land the midfielder, sources have told ESPN.

Further down the pitch, Arsenal need to decide on a No 6 for the future. Thomas Partey, who turns 32 in the summer, and Jorginho, 33, are both into the final six months of their contracts. While Declan Rice can play as a No 6, his talents are better utilised as the left No 8 in Mikel Arteta’s system.

Arsenal are reportedly working on a deal to sign Real Sociedad midfielder Martin Zubimendi in the summer transfer window. The Spain international rejected a move to Liverpool last year to stay in

Liverpool have reportedly been beaten to one of their top transfer targets by Arsenal – and it’s not the first time that the Merseyside club have lost out on a top talent to the Gunners. They’re two of the biggest and most successful clubs in England,

The Real Sociedad midfielder who backed out of a Liverpool move in the summer is expected to join Arsenal at the end of the season.