Arsenal are reportedly ready to demolish Juventus in the transfer race for a £50m-rated player who Mikel Arteta is keen to sign.
The Premier League season concludes this week with Arsenal in a position where they can take the title race to the final game of the season, with the Gunners enjoying a record-breaking year in the English top-flight under Arteta.
Whilst Manchester City might be too much for Arsenal to claim their first Premier League title in 20 years, the Gunners can be proud of what they’ve achieved this season and the foundations they have laid for years to come.
And Arsenal now look ready to go big early in the transfer window for a new signing.
Arsenal ready to blow Juventus out of the water for Martin Zubimendi
According to Tutto Juve, Arsenal are ‘ready to rout’ Juventus for the signing of Martin Zubimendi, who is quickly emerging as Arteta’s main midfield target heading into the summer window.
As per the report, the Spanish international has a release clause worth €60m (£50m), with Arsenal ready to test the waters early with a €50m (£40m) offer for the Real Sociedad maestro in the coming days.
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With Arteta reportedly keen on signing a new midfield partner for Declan Rice, Zubimendi could be the man who fully unlocks Arsenal’s true potential heading into next season.
And with the Gunners seemingly already putting in a bid to sign Zubimendi, Arteta and Arsenal look ready to complete their summer business early ahead of what will be a busy pre-season.
Zubimendi could be the final piece Arsenal need to create a dynasty
With Arsenal breaking numerous club records this season and taking City and the title race to the final day of the Premier League, a lot has gone right for the Gunners this campaign.
And with Zubimendi now viewed as a top target for Arteta, there’s a real chance that the Spanish international could be the final piece of the puzzle Arsenal need to create a dynasty in England.
Moreover, with Zubimendi experienced in the UEFA Champions League, the 25-year-old’s arrival could also help Arsenal in their goal of conquering Europe, with next year a big one for the Gunners.
