When Andrea Berta was inducted as the new sporting director at Arsenal, the former Atletico Madrid director had tasks waiting on his desk. The first was to follow the signing of one of Europe’s best defensive midfielders all the way in. It is being done now.
Spanish European champion Martin Zubimendi, who turned down Liverpool last season, has been linked to Arsenal for several months. Now Sky Sports can report that this time Arsenal are on target.
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According to the English media, Arsenal have activated the buyout clause of 60 million euros. With the personal terms negotiated, some final details remain before Zubimendi can be brought in as a new partner to Martin Ødegaard in midfield. The Spaniard is expected to give Declan Rice room for a more attacking role, something the Englishman already showed this season with his 9 goals that he is ready for.
The medical test is expected to be conducted in the near future. This will be a big, big signing for Arsenal.
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