Martín Zubimendi could leave Arsenal in the summer of 2027 if he continues to struggle to secure a regular starting place in Mikel Arteta’s lineup.
According to Fichajes, the Spanish midfielder is seriously considering his future in London and could request a transfer if his playing time does not increase during this season. Zubimendi wants to play an important role, and he could seek a new club to guarantee his continued presence at the highest level.
His situation has become significantly more complicated following the arrival of Bruno Guimarães, while Declan Rice and Martin Ødegaard remain key members of Arteta’s lineup. Zubimendi has played just 42 minutes across Arsenal’s first three Premier League matches this season.
The 27-year-old joined Arsenal from Real Sociedad in the summer of 2025 and is under contract until June 2030. However, the length of his contract would not prevent a departure if his sporting situation fails to improve.
And if Zubimendi decides to leave, he will have no shortage of options.
Liverpool, Bayern Munich and Real Madrid are monitoring the Spanish midfielder’s situation and could make concrete moves if he becomes available on the transfer market.
Liverpool know Zubimendi’s profile well, as the English club previously attempted to sign him, while Real Madrid have long considered him an option for their midfield. Bayern Munich are also among the clubs keeping a close eye on the situation.
For now, everything depends on Arteta and the amount of playing time he gives the Spaniard over the coming months. If Zubimendi fails to regain a regular starting role, the summer of 2027 could bring another major transfer saga, with three of Europe’s biggest clubs potentially battling for his signature.
Arsenal, meanwhile, have not completely ruled out a sale if circumstances change, despite Arteta previously describing Zubimendi as a very important player for the squad.
