The 25-year-old has been a key player for Sociedad, contributing eight goals and seven assists in 188 appearances since emerging from the club's youth academy. His performances have helped solidify Sociedad's status as a regular in the Champions League.
In the 2023-24 season, Zubimendi scored four goals and provided one assist in 45 games, including eight starts in the Champions League, helping his team reach the last 16.
Despite a hamstring injury sidelining him at the end of the season, Zubimendi was named in Spain's preliminary squad for Euro 2024. With a contract that runs for another three years, Zubimendi has a €60m (£51.2m) release clause, a sum that Arsenal could afford.
However, according to Spanish outlet Sport, Zubimendi has no interest in joining Arsenal. He is reportedly only considering a move if either Barcelona or Real Madrid come calling, although Real Madrid is not currently in the market for a new defensive midfielder.
Barcelona has been mentioned as a possible destination for Zubimendi as they look to strengthen their midfield. However, the recent sacking of Xavi and the appointment of Hansi Flick could complicate a potential transfer to Camp Nou. Additionally, Barcelona is now said to be focusing on signing Joshua Kimmich from Bayern Munich, who has also been linked with Arsenal recently.
