Arsenal have virtually wrapped up the signing of Martin Zubimendi, despite Real Madrid reportedly launching an attempt to ‘hijack’ the transfer. The Real Sociedad midfielder is expected to move

Arsenal have agreed a new fee to sign Spain midfielder Martin Zubimendi ahead of Real Madrid, according to reports. Mikel Arteta has made Zubimendi, 26, one of his top transfer targets this summer. The Real Sociedad star came close to joining Arsenal’s Premier League rivals Liverpool last summer but ended up rejecting the move.

Arsenal have been chasing Martin Zubimendi but Real Madrid are looking to swoop in and steal a march as Ian Wright urges the Gunners to consider a move for Ademola Lookman