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Chelsea want to sign £60m Arsenal star in January alongside two clubs

Premier League rivals Chelsea are among three clubs interested in signing Arsenal midfielder Martin Zubimendi this winter, according to The Independent. The Spain international has endured a difficult second season with the Gunners, and he has been restricted to less…

Published: Tuesday, 10 November 2026 at 9:10 PM
Chelsea want to sign £60m Arsenal star in January alongside two clubs
Key Things to Know
  • Chelsea, Real Madrid, and Atletico Madrid are reportedly interested in signing Arsenal midfielder Martin Zubimendi this winter.
  • Arsenal are reportedly planning to demand at least £60 million for a permanent sale of the midfielder.
  • Zubimendi has struggled for playing time, totaling under 400 minutes across all competitions this season.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Chelsea, Real Madrid, and Atletico Madrid are reportedly interested in signing Arsenal midfielder Martin Zubimendi during the January transfer window. The 27-year-old Spain international has seen limited action this season, logging fewer than 400 minutes across all competitions. Arsenal reportedly plan to hold out for a permanent transfer fee of at least £60 million if they decide to sell.

Ed Davison reports that Zubimendi is currently down the midfield pecking order behind Declan Rice, Bruno Guimaraes, and Myles Lewis-Skelly. A potential move to Chelsea would reunite Zubimendi with manager Xabi Alonso, who previously coached him with Real Sociedad's B team.

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