Real Sociedad's midfielder Martin Zubimendi is poised to reject interest from Real Madrid to move to Arsenal, a decision reportedly solidified amid ongoing speculation about his career. After turning down Liverpool last season, Arsenal appears ready to make a significant summer signing, with recent reports indicating a deal is in the works. While Real Madrid has shown interest in Zubimendi, it seems the player prefers Arsenal. Sociedad demands the triggering of Zubimendi's 60 million euro release clause for his departure, pressing for a quick resolution to enable a proper farewell on the pitch.
"Zubimendi is on his way to Arsenal," the journalist said. "There's no need to keep going round in circles with this. Last year it was Barcelona [who were linked], this year Real Madrid..."
Real Sociedad are prepared to demand Zubimendi's release clause of 60m (50.2m) be triggered to authorise his departure. "They're asking for 60m and for it to be done quickly so he can say goodbye on the pitch," Badallo continued.
Madrid are known to be keen on Zubimendi as they seek to bolster the Spanish core of their squad, but according to MARCA's Oscar Badallo, the decision to join Arsenal has already been made.
Competition for places in Madrid would likely be stiffer with Federico Valverde, Eduardo Camavinga and Aurelien Tchouameni already battling for just two starting places, and Luka Modric potentially also sticking around.
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