Real Sociedad Midfielder Denies Medical Rumors as Transfer Saga Takes Unexpected Turn
In a surprising twist to what appeared to be a done deal, Real Sociedad midfielder Martin Zubimendi has publicly questioned reports that his transfer to Arsenal is finalized, leaving Gunners fans in suspense about their potential first summer signing.
The 25-year-old Spanish international, long linked with a €60 million move to North London, dropped several hints during a revealing interview with Radio Nacional de España that he might yet remain with his boyhood club. “Of course there are options [to stay],” Zubimendi stated, adding, “It’s going to be a different, long summer, and I don’t know how it will end.”
His comments directly contradict transfer expert Fabrizio Romano’s famous “here we go” confirmation in early May, which claimed Zubimendi had verbally agreed to join Arsenal. The midfielder even playfully debunked rumors of an imminent medical by posting beachside photos from San Sebastian, quipping: “Many times I wake up and read things I didn’t know I’d done.”
When pressed about potential reuniting with his idol Xabi Alonso at Real Madrid, Zubimendi remained diplomatic but non-committal: “I don’t like to talk about hypotheses… it would be disrespectful to answer from national team camp.”
The development leaves Arsenal’s midfield plans in flux as they prepare for life without Jorginho and possibly Thomas Partey. While the Gunners’ interest remains concrete, Zubimendi’s apparent hesitation suggests this transfer saga may have more chapters to come, with the player clearly prioritizing Spain’s Euro 2024 campaign over summer speculation.
As the football world watches, one thing is certain: Zubimendi’s future won’t be decided on social media or in tabloid rumors, but through careful consideration by a player who clearly values loyalty and patience in an increasingly frantic transfer market.
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