Arsenal will invest in the team under new manager Andre Berta.
Gunner lost his Premier League title against Liverpool this season, revealing the need for a proven goal scorer on the team.
They prepare for a busy summer transfer window to address the issues their team is facing.
According to Talksport journalist Alex Crook, Arsenal is increasingly confident that by early June it will seal off its deal with Real Sociedad midfielder Martín Zubimendi.
Gunner has identified Spain International as a priority and has promptly advanced efforts to ensure arrival ahead of the 2024/25 season.
Arteta is keen to strengthen the midfield with technically skilled and tactically intelligent players, and Zubimendi is perfect for that type.
The 26-year-old has established himself as one of Laliga’s most consistent midfielders, combining positional discipline with excellent passing range and defensive awareness.
Arsenal sees him as a natural long-term successor to the aging Thomas Pyeong, and a more progressive alternative to Yorginho.
Zubimendi has a release clause of £52 million (EUR 60 million) in its current deal with Real Sociedad. Arsenal has already notified the Spanish club of their willingness to activate it.
By doing so early in the window, they hope to dodge interest from rival clubs and avoid being drawn into the bidding war later in the summer.
Arsenal may face competition to sign Martin Zubimendi
The midfielder has been attracting attention from top European sides, including Liverpool, who explored the moves of last summer, and more recently Real Madrid.
Reports from Spain suggest that Madrid is monitoring Zubimendi as a potential heir to Toni Cruz or Luca Modric.
However, Zubimendi is known for his loyalty to Sociedad, and has previously resisted overtures from Barcelona and other La Liga giants.
The move abroad to clubs like Arsenal, in particular, where he plays a central role, is considered the most attractive next step of his career.
If Arsenal can close their contract early, Zubimendi will be the first major signature of what promises to be a busy summer with the Emirates.
The gunners are also considering the moves of RB Leipzig attacker Benjamin Sesco.
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