ARSENAL are in pole position to sign Real Sociedad star Martin Zubimendi in the summer, according to reports.
The Gunners looked at the 24-year-old in January when they were keen to add another to their ranks.
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But Arsenal opted for a low cost signing in Chelsea’s Jorginho to help sustain their push to win the Premier League with Mikel Arteta’s men sat top.
Zubimendi was said to not be keen on a mid-season move away from Spain either.
However, according to Sport, a summer transfer cannot be ruled out, with the player betting on Arsenal if they activate his £52.9million release clause.
Barcelona have also registered an interest in the player.
The Nou Camp club are keen to find legend Sergio Busquets’ long-term replacement, with the Spaniard fitting the bill.
Summer signing Franck Kessie has failed to impress thus far after joining for FREE from AC Milan.
However, Arsenal are in “pole position” ahead of Barca to sign the midfield maestro.
Spanish journalist Eugenio Mateo Serrano told Calciomercato.it: “I do not think so. Xavi needs another player instead of Busquets.
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“The number one pick is Martin Zubimendi, from Real Sociedad.
“But it’s also difficult because Zubimendi wants to play in the Premier League, and for me Arsenal are in pole position.”