Manchester United will compete with Arsenal to sign 26-year-old Spanish international Martin Zubimendi from La Liga club Real Sociedad in the summer transfer window.
According to a report by Give Me Sport, Martin Zubimendi is the subject of interest from Manchester United. The Real Sociedad midfield mainstay is also a target for Arsenal heading into the summer transfer window. Meanwhile, the Spanish international has a release clause worth £51 million in his contract with the Basque outfit, with Arsenal his likeliest destination.
Martin Zubimendi and his Real Sociedad story
Martin Zubimendi has come leaps and bounds since breaking into the first-team squad at Real Sociedad. The Spaniard had to bide his time before establishing a foothold in the senior setup at the Reale Arena. However, he has not looked back since becoming a regular for the Basque outfit.
The 26-year-old has turned out over 200 times thus far for Real Sociedad while chipping in with nine goals and nine assists. Zubimendi also played his part as Spain won the UEFA Euro 2024 title, producing a game-changing performance in the final against England.
Meanwhile, the Spanish midfielder’s progress has not gone unnoticed, capturing the attention of several high-profile clubs across Europe. Premier League bigwigs, in particular, are keen on signing the Real Sociedad mainstay, with Arsenal and Manchester United among the prospective suitors for his signature heading into the summer transfer window.
Premier League move on the horizon?
Arsenal’s interest in Martin Zubimendi is understandable. The Gunners are scouring the market for a midfielder heading into the summer transfer window, with Jorginho and Thomas Partey entering the final six months of their contracts. So, the Real Sociedad midfielder has emerged as a viable target for Arsenal.
As for Manchester United, Casemiro and Christian Eriksen face an uncertain future at Old Trafford, with the Red Devils ready to part ways with the veteran duo in the summer transfer window. So, Zubimendi is an option worth considering, with his versatility making him the ideal foil to Manuel Ugarte and Bruno Fernandes.
While Arsenal and Manchester United should have the funds to afford a deal worth £51 million to sign the 26-year-old Spaniard, he will likely join the North London outfit. Recent reports have claimed that the UEFA Euro 2024 has sealed a tentative agreement with the Gunners. So, the Red Devils trail in the race to secure his services.
