Real Madrid may have to pay between €100 million and €110 million if they wish to sign Martin Zubimendi, as Arsenal maintain a strong stance on the midfielder.
According to Fichajes, Zubimendi could cost Real Madrid as much as €100 million to €110 million if they pursue a late move for the midfielder. Jose Mourinho may be seeking another player in the centre of the pitch, but the Gunners are expected to stand firm, which could lead to the Spanish midfielder remaining at the Emirates.
Zubimendi was a tremendous presence in Arsenal’s midfield last season, making 57 appearances in all competitions as the club won the Premier League and reached the UEFA Champions League final. However, changes during the summer have led to speculation about the 27-year-old’s immediate future, having only signed from Real Sociedad in a €60 million deal last summer.
However, the arrival of Bruno Guimaraes from Newcastle United and the emergence of Myles Lewis-Skelly have prompted speculation that Zubimendi could struggle for regular playing time during the upcoming season. Reports have suggested that Jose Mourinho is keen to sign the Arsenal midfielder, though Arsenal have not received a formal approach.
Real Madrid learn Martin Zubimendi price
Arsenal would demand between €100 million and €110 million to sell Zubimendi to Real Madrid. There is a clear need for a new midfielder at the Spanish club after they pursued Rodri and subsequently lost out to Barcelona.
There is a clear need at the Spanish club to reinforce that position, and Zubimendi’s profile makes him a natural target. However, Arsenal have made clear they do not intend to sell their midfielder, with the club eager to continue strengthening their squad. The reported asking price could convince Florentino Perez to abandon his pursuit of Zubimendi.
Arsenal are not keen to sell, and as things stand, Real Madrid are not expected to sign the midfielder. The Gunners, meanwhile, have used the transfer window effectively with the addition of Guimaraes alongside the presence Lewis-Skelly, Zubimendi, Mikel Merino and Declan Rice, giving the club one of Europe’s strongest midfields.
Martin Zubimendi key for Arsenal
Despite Arsenal’s midfield additions, Zubimendi’s positional awareness, technical quality, and ability to control matches make him valuable in both possession-based and physically demanding games. His versatility would allow Arteta to rotate his midfielders effectively throughout a long campaign.
Arteta currently has no interest in allowing Zubimendi to leave, and unless Real Madrid submit an extraordinary offer, the midfielder is expected to remain at Arsenal for the upcoming season.
