Overview
- Speaking to AS, Martin Zubimendi said Arsenal was the club he had decided on and rejected any suggestion of last‑minute indecision despite Real Madrid’s interest.
- He downplayed talk that he would be the “missing piece” for Madrid or for Arsenal, highlighting the strength of both squads.
- Mikel Arteta told Marca the midfielder’s impact has been “exceptional” and that his speed of adaptation has been “surprising.”
- In an interview with Radio Marca, Zubimendi said he is not yet at his best and is focused on continued improvement after settling quickly in north London.
- Arsenal signed him from Real Sociedad in the summer for a reported £51m–£60m after he had turned down Liverpool the previous year, with early performances including regular league starts and minutes in wins over Athletic Club and Olympiacos in the Champions League.