Arsenal are expected to win the competitive race to sign Real Sociedad midfielder Martin Zubimendi, with a £51m deal for next summer set to be agreed according to a report. Zubimendi has been the subject of extensive interest for years.

Right-back is a position that Real Madrid are looking to address in 2025, and a solution could arrive during this month’s winter transfer window. Trent Alexander-Arnold is wanted in the summer, but