Arsenal have accomplished the signing of midfielder Martin Zubimendi, who arrives from Actual Sociedad after his €60m launch clause was activated.
Zubimendi, extensively thought of to be probably the greatest defensive midfielders on the planet, attracted vital curiosity throughout his a few years at La Actual. Barcelona tried to signal him in 2023 as a alternative for Sergio Busquets, whereas Liverpool got here near securing his companies 12 months later.
On each events, the 26-year-old held agency, remaining loyal to La Actual. However he has now chosen to take the subsequent step in his profession by becoming a member of Mikel Arteta’s Arsenal. A deal has been agreed for a while, nevertheless it has solely been introduced now as a result of the Basque membership needed the sale on file for the 2025-26 monetary 12 months.
That meant a nervous look forward to Arsenal followers, however that’s over now. On Sunday, the deal was made official by each golf equipment, with La Actual paying tribute to the Spain worldwide, who might be “without end Txuri-urdin”.
🤝 COMUNICADO OFICIAL | Martin Zubimendi, traspasado al @Arsenal. 236 partidos cumpliendo el sueño de todo donostiarra. Para siempre txuri urdin. Eskerrik asko eta zorte on, Martin!
#EskerrikAskoZubi pic.twitter.com/C0CYbWlAJF— Actual Sociedad Fútbol (@RealSociedad) July 6, 2025
Welcome to The Arsenal, Martin Zubimendi 😍
— Arsenal (@Arsenal) July 6, 2025
Zubimendi reveals why he selected Arsenal
Chatting with Arsenal’s media channels, Zubimendi defined his resolution to swap La Actual for the Premier League aspect.
“This can be a big second in my profession. It’s the transfer I used to be in search of and one I needed to make. As quickly as you set foot right here, you realise how huge this membership and this staff are. I set my sights on Arsenal as a result of their fashion of play is an effective match for me. They’ve proven their potential not too long ago and the most effective is but to return.”
Stress is on Actual Sociedad to make use of Zubimendi funds properly
La Actual now have an additional €60m to spend, and the stress is on their sporting division to get the best gamers in – particularly after their disappointing 2025-26 season. By way of a alternative, one will not be essentially required, with Benat Turrientes already on the membership.