Martin Zubimendi is set on fighting for his spot in the Arsenal starting XI over the next few months, yet his future may shift come January. As reported by TEAMtalk, should the midfielder find himself short of game time, he is ready to push for a transfer.
The 27-year-old Spaniard lost his place in the team towards the end of last season as Mikel Arteta began to favour Myles Lewis-Skelly more frequently. With the new campaign underway, the situation appears unchanged, and the summer signing of Bruno Guimaraes has only intensified the competition for midfield places.
Reports indicate that Zubimendi has already had discussions about his predicament directly with Arteta. The Arsenal manager still holds the midfielder in high regard and reassured him that he would play a vital role throughout the season. However, the player's future plans hinge on the amount of playing time he receives.
During the summer, Zubimendi refrained from pursuing a transfer despite interest from multiple clubs. Real Madrid and Chelsea were both inquiring about his availability, reaching out to the player’s camp and monitoring the situation closely.
According to the source, up to six clubs approached regarding Zubimendi over the summer. Representatives from Saudi Arabia also expressed interest, although the player is not considering that option and is keen to continue his career at the highest level.
Both parties are expected to reassess Zubimendi's situation before the January transfer window opens. The Spaniard’s priority remains to reclaim a regular spot in Arsenal’s lineup, but if he continues to find himself sidelined, a winter transfer may become a plausible option.
