Arsenal's pursuit of strengthening their midfield for the upcoming summer is no secret. The focus is on securing a player who can seamlessly integrate into the starting lineup alongside Declan Rice.
Rice has been a consistent presence in the Gunners' 24 Premier League matches played so far. This anticipated addition is expected to replace Thomas Partey, whose contract is set to expire in June 2025, and has already expressed his intention to bid farewell to Arsenal.
Among the contenders on Arsenal's radar is Douglas Luiz from Aston Villa. Despite deciding to remain with the Villains until the end of the current season, Arsenal is planning a renewed effort in the summer to convince him to join their project.
Another midfielder highly admired by Arsenal's manager, Mikel Arteta, is Martin Zubimendi from Real Sociedad. The player has been a target for some time, holding a contract until 2027 with a reasonable release clause set at €60 million.
Barcelona are also in the running, reportedly having a verbal agreement on personal terms, while Bayern, PSG, and Liverpool are formidable competitors, intensifying the competition for Zubimendi's signature.
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