Martín Zubimendi has claimed his future remains open despite strong links to Arsenal, and admits new Real Madrid boss Xabi Alonso is his "idol."

Ahead of Spain’s Nations League semi-final against France on Thursday, Zubimendi said: “Of course, there are options, but it’s true that it seems like it’s going to be a d

Martin Zubimendi is expected to be on the move this summer, with both Arsenal and Real Madrid said to be interested in signing the Real Sociedad midfielder – who has now broken his silence on his

Arsenal have a new sporting director in Andrea Berta. That adds another layer of intrigue to their transfer window. It will be fascinating to see how he dovetails with Arteta. Both are strong-minded individuals who are not afraid to make their opinions known.

Arsenal are set to bank over £2.5million by Marquinhos joining Cruzeiro. The 22-year-old winger is currently on loan at the Brazilian club but he will join them permanently, with the deal including a fee for Arsenal.

Arsenal could get the opportunity to sign a player from the grasp of a Premier League rival. Arsenal could yet hijack Unai Emery and Aston Villa’s deal to sign a player the Gunners have regularly been linked with in the past.