Florentino has spoken clearly with Xabi Alonso about the Zubimendi deal

The days go by and Martin Zubimendi still hasn't made a decision about his future. Meanwhile, Arsenal still trusts the signing of the Basque footballer, and Real Madrid still hasn't given up on the Spanish midfielder. However, everything is expected to become clear in July, although the player himself warned that it would be a long summer.

Real Madrid's interest in Martin Zubimendi began at the start of the year. However, Xabi Alonso's arrival on the white bench has caused the footballer to be mentioned even more strongly.

Arsenal is very interested in Martin Zubimendi

According to the English press, Zubimendi had very advanced negotiations with Arsenal, and there was even speculation that the deal had already been signed. However, the footballer himself denied this information just a week ago during Spain's training camp.

It is true that there are contacts; in fact, Jokin Aperribay, president of Real Sociedad, confirmed that there were clubs interested in the midfielder. However, nobody mentioned any team, but everyone understands that the battle is between Real Madrid and Arsenal.

Xabi Alonso changed everything with his arrival at Real Madrid

Once the coaching change at Real Madrid was confirmed, the situation took a turn. Xabi Alonso is a role model for Martin Zubimendi. In addition, the footballer wants to keep playing in Spain, although he also understands that he needs to take a step forward in his career.

If you add to this a call from Real Madrid, Martin Zubimendi could leave Arsenal's interest behind.MARCA has confirmed this, reporting that everything was done with Arsenal and only the signature was missing, but everything has changed.

However, Martin Zubimendi's arrival won't be easy, since Real Madrid would have to get fully involved in the operation.Xabi Alonso wants his services, but Florentino Pérez believes that the midfield is well covered and that there are other priorities. In fact, the club believes they have the best midfield in the world with players like Valverde, Tchouaméni, Camavinga, or Bellingham, among many other footballers.