Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta
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Arsenal are poised to make a significant statement in the 2025 summer transfer window, with deals for Real Sociedad’s Martin Zubimendi and Chelsea’s Kepa Arrizabalaga all but finalised, pending official announcements.
These signings, orchestrated by new sporting director Andrea Berta, signal the Gunners’ intent to challenge for the Premier League title after three consecutive second-place finishes. With Benjamin Sesko next in line, Arsenal fans are buzzing with anticipation for a transformative season.
Martin Zubimendi, the 26-year-old Spanish midfielder, is set to join Arsenal for £51m, with the club having met his release clause.
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Arsenal - Martin Zubimendi
Martin Zubimendi, the 26-year-old Spanish midfielder, is set to join Arsenal for £51m. [Image Credit: Getty Images]
The deal, initially advanced by former sporting director Edu, is now in its final stages, with Zubimendi’s medical reportedly complete. His arrival fills the void left by Jorginho’s departure to Flamengo, offering composure and control in midfield.
Zubimendi’s elite credentials, demonstrated in Spain’s Euro-winning campaign and Real Sociedad’s Copa del Rey triumph, make him a perfect fit to anchor Arsenal’s build-up play, freeing Martin Ødegaard for attacking duties. Fans are thrilled, with posts on X calling the signing a “game-changer” for Mikel Arteta’s system.
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Kepa Arrizabalaga, the 30-year-old Spanish goalkeeper, is another coup, secured for a bargain £5m release clause after an impressive loan at Bournemouth.
With Joan Garcia now at Barcelona, Kepa emerged as the ideal backup for David Raya. His experience, despite a rocky Chelsea stint, and familiarity with Arteta’s high-pressing style make him a shrewd addition. X posts highlight fan excitement over the low-cost deal, noting it frees up funds for further signings.
🚨BREAKING: Arsenal are set to sign Kepa Arrizabalaga from Chelsea.
Arsenal will pay the £5m release clause.
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— now.arsenal (@now_arsenaI) June 7, 2025
Next on Arsenal’s radar is RB Leipzig’s Benjamin Sesko, with “concrete talks” underway for the 22-year-old Slovenian striker. Scoring 14 goals in the 2024-25 Bundesliga season, Sesko is Arteta’s top choice to solve Arsenal’s long-standing need for a prolific number nine.
With a potential fee below his €80m release clause, thanks to a gentleman’s agreement with Leipzig, Sesko’s youth and potential align perfectly with Arsenal’s long-term vision. As negotiations progress, fans are hopeful for a debut in the pre-season tour against AC Milan in Singapore.
These moves, blending experience and youth, position Arsenal to finally dethrone Liverpool. With Berta’s strategic approach, the Emirates is set for an electrifying 2025-26 campaign.
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