Zubimendi could push to leave Arsenal in January, papers say

Martin Zubimendi may try to force a move away from Arsenal in January, according to Sky Sports’ roundup of the weekend papers. The driving factor, per the report, is that the Spain international has reportedly lost his place in the starting XI after Mikel Arteta altered his role.

January market push

In the scenario outlined by the press, Zubimendi could look at a winter exit if his playing time continues to drop. Sky Sports also notes that Chelsea and Real Madrid are mentioned as clubs said to hold an interest in the 27-year-old.

Alongside this, the same Sky Sports “Paper Talk” includes other transfer headlines: it says Everton have played down any idea of signing Anthony Martial as a free agent, and also mentions that Richarlison is said to be seeking to terminate his Tottenham contract after being left out of their Premier League squad.

At this stage, it’s still only media talk rather than a confirmed deal. The key question now is whether Arsenal can restore Zubimendi’s status—or whether the links picked up by Sky Sports turn into concrete talks as January approaches.