After completing the transfer, midfielder Martin Zubimendi expressed his desire to play and shine at the Arsenal Club.
The Euro 2024 champion who moved from Real Sociedad expressed his wish after becoming Arsenal.
“When I decided to leave, I set the goal of joining Arsenal because I believe that their style of playing football is right for me. This is a youthful team, full of motivation and ambition. They have proven their potential and I believe the best things are still ahead.
As soon as you arrive here, you will realize how great the club and the team are. Andrea Berta and Mikel Arteta gave me a very thoughtful welcome, making me no doubt about the decision to join this team.
This is an important moment in my career. This is what I want to do. Of course, there will be a big change, but I am ready to start challenging, ”said midfielder Martin Zubimendi.
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Martin Zubimendi set a pen to sign with the Arsenal Club. |
Zubimendi's successful journey has many similarities with coach Mikel Arteta. The two used to play for the same youth team, Antiguoko, before wearing Real Sociedad and then arrived at Arsenal.
Zubimendi said: “We have a lot in common. The same hometown in a city and have played for the teams. We will have a lot to chat on the pitch, and I'm happy because that in common.”
Arsenal rookie also expressed his impression for captain Martin Odegaard. “In addition to the efforts on the pitch, I am also very surprised by the way he practices in the yard, especially the hard work in the gym. He focuses 100% on his physical strength. With Real Sociedad, playing in the form of loan is not easy, but Martin has experienced everything.”
Zubimendi also stood side by side with Mikel Merino at Reale Arena, with a total of 169 appearances together. In addition, he also knew David Raya from the Spanish national team. And surely these players will help Zubimendi can integrate faster with 'Gunners'.
“I am very happy to play here with them. I have participated in a lot of matches with Merino. This is very important because it will make it easier for me to adapt, and I believe they will be great associates.”
The Arsenal Club has officially announced the successful recruitment of midfielder Martin Zubimendi from Real Sociedad, closing the transfer deal with a lot of paper.