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www.foxsports.comHere are the latest publicly reported updates on Martín Zubimendi:
- Real Madrid reportedly made a late bid to sign Zubimendi in mid-2025, challenging Arsenal’s pursuit and suggesting Madrid’s willingness to outbid with loan options or a direct transfer if the release clause is not met. This was covered by major outlets at the time.[1][2]
- In June 2025, reports indicated Madrid’s strategy included offering players on loan deals to Real Sociedad to reduce the cash outlay, with the option to pay the €60 million release clause if needed.[2][1]
- By late 2025 and into 2026, Zubimendi remained linked with transfer chatter around Arsenal and other clubs, though some reports also highlighted his preference to stay in La Liga and that he cited Xabi Alonso as an idol, fueling speculation about his destination.[4][2]
- In early 2026, sentiment in press and transfer chatter suggested Zubimendi continued to be a subject of ongoing rumors, with multiple outlets tracking potential moves and medicals that did not always materialize into a deal.[3][7]
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- Real Madrid final bid and release-clause dynamics[1][2]
- La Liga stay-preference and idol comment context[2][4]
- Ongoing rumor tracking into 2026[7][3]