Sat May 10 08:30:00 UTC 2025: ## Arsenal Snatch Zubimendi from Under Real Madrid’s Nose in €60m Deal
**Madrid, Spain** – Real Madrid’s midfield rebuild has suffered a significant setback with the confirmation that their top target, Martin Zubimendi, has instead joined Arsenal. Fabrizio Romano, a leading transfer market expert, reported that the Gunners have agreed to a €60 million deal with Real Sociedad for the Spanish international, with Zubimendi already agreeing to personal terms on a long-term contract.
The move represents a major blow to Real Madrid, who had long tracked Zubimendi and considered him a key addition to their midfield. However, hesitation over meeting his €60 million release clause allowed Arsenal to secure the player.
Adding to Real Madrid’s woes, another midfield target, Florian Wirtz, has chosen to remain with Bayern Munich, rejecting interest from Real Madrid and other top clubs like Manchester City.
With Luka Modric’s expected departure after the Club World Cup, Real Madrid now faces a critical need to reinforce their midfield. The club will have to redouble its efforts to find a suitable replacement before the next transfer window, ensuring they maintain their competitiveness for the upcoming season.
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