Martin Zubimendi completed his move to Arsenal during the summer transfer window, but he was linked with Real Madrid prior to that.
According to a report by Spanish outlet Fichajes, Real Madrid manager Xabi Alonso regrets missing out on Martin Zubimendi to Arsenal. Real Madrid have struggled to control games in the middle of the park, and they needed someone like Zubimendi.
The Spanish international has been a key player for club and country in recent seasons. There is no doubt that Zubimendi would have added more control and composure to the Real Madrid midfield.
Meanwhile, the Spaniard has now joined Arsenal, and he will look to establish himself as a key player for the Premier League club. Arsenal are fighting for major trophies consistently, and they will be expected to win the league title this season. He will look to help them win major trophies. It will be interesting to see if Real Madrid decide to return for him in the future.
For now, the player will be focused on making a name for himself in the Premier League. There is no doubt that the 26-year-old is a top-class player and he has shown his ability in the Premier League already. He will only get better with experience. It will be interesting to see if he can establish himself as an indispensable asset for Arsenal.
Zubimendi could be an asset
The Gunners will be delighted to have secured his signature, especially after competing with Real Madrid for his signature. The Spaniard is at the peak of his career, and he will help them improve. Arsenal needed more depth in the middle of the park, and the Spanish international will add more control and technical ability. He will also help them defensively.
On paper, he is the ideal partner for Declan Rice, and it will be interesting to see if the two players can form a formidable partnership in the coming months. Arsenal have paid a substantial amount of money for him, and they will hope that he can justify the investment in the near future.
