Arsenal to face Bayern Munich competition for key midfield target
Bayern Munich have joined the race to sign Real Sociedad midfield er Martin Zubimendi alongside Arsenal, according to a report. Zubimendi, 24, has blossomed into a star since coming through the Sociedad youth system, boasting close to 200 appearances for his club and attracting interest from some of Europe's elite sides in the process. Barcelona have long been tipped to move for Zubimendi, who has been compared to Camp Nou favourite Sergio Busquets, but his £52m release clause has made it tough for Barca to make any firm move for his signature. Arsenal have also been following Zubimendi for months and could attempt to lure him over this summer, but BILD state they will have to fend off competition from Bayern Munich to do so. Zubimendi is said to be among Bayern's top target s for the summer as they seek to rejuvenate their midfield , with current general Joshua Kimmich heavily linked with an exit at the end of the season. WILL THE JANUARY TRANSFER WINDOW DELIVER? WATCH THE L...