Real Sociedad player Martin Zubimendi is already highly regarded by Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta, but Kieran Tierney’s comments may catch Arteta’s attention. Tierney, a Scottish star, is currently on loan at Real Sociedad from Arsenal. The former Celtic player hopes that his time in San Sebastian will revive his career after struggling with fitness issues at Emirates. The Gunners have Oleksander Zinchenko in Tierney’s position and signed Jurrien Timber in the summer to provide depth. Tierney left Arsenal because he desired more playing time, which he believes he can find at Sociedad. During his time there, he has had the opportunity to closely observe Zubimendi, a player who has been linked to Arsenal in previous transfer windows. Arteta is particularly impressed by the 25-year-old Spanish international’s technical skills. In a recent interview with The Guardian, Tierney praised Zubimendi, which would have pleased Arteta. Tierney stated that Zubimendi, along with Mikel Merino and Brais Mendez, are world-class players. Despite Arteta’s recent signing of Declan Rice as a new midfield player for £105 million, it seems that the midfield transformation at Arsenal is still ongoing. It is likely that Thomas Partey will leave the club in the summer, and Zubimendi is being considered as his replacement.
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