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How Mikel Arteta really views Martin Zubimendi amid exit talk

Three of Europe’s biggest clubs are keeping tabs on Martin Zubimendi ahead of the January transfer window. The Arsenal midfielder is attracting interest having fallen…

Published: Tuesday, 10 November 2026 at 12:00 PM
How Mikel Arteta really views Martin Zubimendi amid exit talk
Key Things to Know
  • Mikel Arteta still considers Martin Zubimendi a valuable squad option despite limited playing time this season.
  • Atletico Madrid, Chelsea, and Real Madrid are reportedly monitoring Zubimendi ahead of the January transfer window.
  • Arsenal would reportedly seek around £55 million to sanction a permanent transfer to fund an attacking signing.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Mikel Arteta reportedly still views midfielder Martin Zubimendi as a valuable tactical option at Arsenal despite reduced playing time and growing transfer interest. Atletico Madrid, Chelsea, and Real Madrid are all keeping tabs on the Spanish midfielder ahead of the January window, with Zubimendi having managed only 380 minutes across 12 appearances so far this season.

Arsenal could reportedly consider a permanent sale if they recoup roughly the £55 million originally paid, which would fund a new transitional winger. However, Arteta currently values Zubimendi's control in midfield rotation alongside Declan Rice, Bruno Guimaraes, and Myles Lewis-Skelly.

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