Real Madrid Confidencial Fabrizio Romano announces the price Florentino will let him go for, goodbye to Madrid
Zubimendi is already in London to sign his contract with Arsenal after paying slightly more than the release clause
Martín Zubimendi is about to become a new Arsenal player. The agreement with Real Sociedad is complete, and his arrival in London is already underway.
According to Fabrizio Romano, the English club will pay a bit more than the midfielder's release clause, which was €60 million. They'll do so as part of a deal that also includes payment facilities in several installments.
The Italian journalist has been clear: "Here we go," confirming that the transfer is closed.
Meetings in London and imminent signing
Zubimendi is already in the British capital. There, he'll meet with Arsenal executives to undergo his medical and sign with the Gunners, as David Ornstein (The Athletic) reported this morning.
The 26-year-old player will thus leave Real Sociedad after several seasons as a key piece of the team. Mikel Arteta considers him a priority for his new project.
Florentino, without final move
Although Real Madrid had followed Zubimendi, Florentino Pérez has decided not to compete for his signing. The white club valued his profile, but ultimately chose not to submit a formal offer.
With Real Sociedad open to negotiating only if the clause figures were respected, Arsenal was the only one to move decisively.
The good relationship between clubs has been key. The agreement allows the English team to pay in installments, something that wouldn't be possible if the clause were executed directly.
Farewell to LaLiga and new challenge in the Premier
Zubimendi has been one of the most reliable midfielders in the Spanish championship. In the last season, he recorded two goals and two assists in 36 league matches.
His tactical intelligence, defensive solidity, and ability to distribute the play have caught the attention of major clubs. Now, he'll make the leap to the Premier League, where he'll play an important role in Arteta's starting eleven.
Arsenal, which fought for the league until the end and reached the Champions semifinals, wants to establish itself as one of Europe's greats. Zubimendi will be an essential piece in that plan.
In San Sebastián, they're already preparing to say goodbye to one of their silent captains. In London, they're waiting for him with open arms.
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