The name of Real Sociedad star Martin Zubimendi continues to be linked with the top clubs in Europe, with a growing sense that this might be the summer that he is persuaded to leave his beloved

Real Madrid are on the brink of hijacking Arsenal’s move for Martin Zubimendi. The Real Sociedad midfielder rejected a move to Liverpool last summer with Manchester City also among his admirers. Arsenal appeared to have won the race for his signature in January however,

Real Madrid, the reigning La Liga champions, will use the upcoming summer transfer window to strengthen the gaping holes in their star-studded team. Madrid especially need quality midfielders because the retirement of Toni Kroos has left a huge vacancy to fill.