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Martin Zubimendi Breaks Silence on Chelsea and Atletico Madrid Transfer Links After Losing Arsenal Starting Spot

The Spain international said he is calm, frustrated by transfer gossip and determined to win back his Arsenal starting place.

  • Martin Zubimendi has firmly denied speculation linking him with a January departure from Arsenal, dismissing claims that an exit is imminent. The 27-year-old remains determined to reclaim his starting spot.
  • Competition for midfield minutes intensified following Bruno Guimaraes' summer arrival. Zubimendi started 33 of Arsenal's 34 league matches last season but has fallen behind Guimaraes and Myles Lewis-Skelly this term.
  • Speaking to Marca while on international duty, Zubimendi addressed the constant swirl of transfer gossip. "To be honest, I'm sometimes surprised by the press too," the Spaniard explained, calling for more caution regarding published rumours.
  • At the beginning of the season, Mikel Arteta explained his plan for midfield rotation. "He warned me that there were new signings and that there would be playing time for everyone," Zubimendi said.
  • Atletico Madrid and Chelsea are reportedly monitoring the Spain international ahead of January. Before returning to club action, the midfielder will focus on his international duties with Spain.
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Arsenal midfielder Martin Subimendi has categorically denied reports that he could leave the London club during the winter transfer window. The 27-year-old Spanish international stressed that he is focused on his performances for the Gunners and is ready to fight for his place in Mikel Arteta's squad. In an interview with Spanish publication Marca, the midfielder expressed surprise at the transfer rumours and called for more attention to such pu…

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Given limited playing time due to the arrival of Bruno Guimaraes, Martin Zubimendi chose to fight rather than leave Arsenal.

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Arsenal midfielder Martin Zubimendi has categorically denied reports linking him with a possible transfer to Atletico Madrid, making it clear that he has no plans to leave the London club. In an interview with Spanish outlet Marca, the 27-year-old stated that these speculations have no basis and that he is currently focused on Arsenal, despite the few minutes he has received this season. "There is absolutely nothing true and I am not close to an…

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GOL digital broke the news on Wednesday, November 11, 2026.
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