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Arsenal set price for Chelsea to sign Martin Zubimendi after Real Madrid approach

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Arsenal midfielder Martin Zubimendi (Picture: Getty) Xabi Alonso is ‘pushing’ Chelsea to sign Martin Zubimendi after Arsenal completed a £75m deal for Bruno Guimaraes, according to reports in Spain. Mikel Arteta bolstered what is already a strong and deep Arsenal midfield with the signing of Guimaraes from Newcastle United . The Brazilian’s arrival in north London has led to speculation a current Arsenal midfielder could be moved on. Zubimendi enjoyed a bright start to his Arsenal career following last summer’s £60m move from Real Sociedad but faded towards the end of the season. Get the latest transfer news every morning Sign up to our daily football newsletter for personalised updates on who your team is trying to sign and who won't be around next season. Spanish outlet Mundo Deportivo claim Zubimendi is in a ‘precarious situation’, with his future far from ‘certain’. They say Real Madrid are weighing up a fresh move for Zubimendi, having missed out on the Spain World Cup and Euros w

First report: Chelsea boss Xabi Alonso wants ambitious Martin Zubimendi move: report — fourfourtwo.com, 5d