BREAKING :Arsenal announce their first signing of the summer in huge £51million deal…

Arsenal has officially announced their first summer signing with a significant £51 million deal.

The Gunners have completed their initial major acquisition of the summer transfer window, as confirmed by transfer expert Fabrizio Romano this morning.

The agreement to sign Martin Zubimendi from Real Sociedad has been finalized, with Romano’s definitive ‘here we go’ post on X indicating that the 26-year-old midfielder has verbally accepted a long-term contract, while Arsenal is prepared to activate his €60 million (£51 million) release clause.

This anticipated transfer, which is expected to be concluded shortly, represents a major achievement for Mikel Arteta’s team ahead of the 2025/26 season.

Zubimendi, who played 43 matches for Sociedad this past season, is likely to take over from Jorginho, who is on the verge of joining Flamengo.

His skill in disrupting play and controlling the game’s pace has made him a target for Arsenal since 2023, as noted by football.london.

Despite facing competition from Real Madrid and Barcelona, Arsenal’s assurance was clear, with Cadena Ser reporting that the club informed Real Madrid that the deal was ‘practically finalized’ during Champions League talks.

The transfer, primarily orchestrated by former sporting director Edu and newly appointed Andrea Berta, as reported by BBC Sport, showcases Arsenal’s strategic foresight.

Zubimendi’s choice to join, despite Liverpool’s unsuccessful pursuit last summer, underscores his confidence in Arteta’s vision, as The Independent noted that the deal was ‘wrapped up’ months ago.

For Arsenal supporters, Zubimendi’s signing signals a strong commitment to their ambitions. His collaboration with Declan Rice and Martin Odegaard has the potential to enhance the midfield, providing the necessary balance for a Premier League title challenge and Champions League aspirations.

Andrea Berta’s inaugural major signing sets a promising precedent for a transformative summer transfer window.