Qualified official announcement! It is revealed that Arsenal s first summer signing was finalized: 51 million to win Zubimendi

After a season where all four were gone, management has begun to become active in the transfer market. According to the BBC, Arsenal's first signing in the summer window has been finalized, and he is Spanish international Zubimendi. The midfielder, who had rejected Liverpool last season, will join Arsenal this summer for a transfer fee of £51 million. The deal has "entered its final stage" and Martin Zubimendi is about to undergo Arsenal's medical examination.

Zubimendi is the winner of the 2024 European Cup, and his contract with Real Sociedad has a termination clause worth £51 million. According to the BBC, there has been an agreement between Real Sociedad and Arsenal on payment methods for the termination fee. Zubimendi is considered one of the world's top defensive midfielders. He was already ready to move to Anfield last summer but changed his mind at the last minute.

Last October, Spanish coach Dela Fuente praised Zubimendi as "the second best player in the world." He said: "I have made it publicly that for me, Martin is the second best player in the world (after Rodri). We are very lucky to have these two - I think they are the best players in the world."

When asked why they rejected Liverpool, Zubimendi used his love for his hometown as a reason to stay and further admitted that he did not regret refusing that transfer. “It was ‘real’, there was a lot of noise at the time,” Zubimendi admitted last September. He continued: "I've had some uncomfortable moments. The best option for me is to stay here, I'm happy and calm. Of course, I don't regret it. I can't think about it after four to five games early in the season. I made the decision from the heart. I think it's the best option." In addition to Zubimendi's coming, the Gunners are also looking to sign a new center, with Benjamin Cesco and Yorkez being their priority. In addition, new contract negotiations are underway for Saka, Saliba, Gabriel, Trosad, Thomas Patty, Myers Lewis-Skeley and Enwanelli.