Chelsea Targets Arsenal Midfielder Martin Zubimendi, Manager Xabi Alonso

Chelsea manager Xabi Alonso, appointed earlier this year, has expressed interest in signing Arsenal midfielder Martin Zubimendi. Zubimendi joined Arsenal from Real Sociedad last summer for a reported £55.8 million and helped the club win the Premier League title and reach the Champions League final. Chelsea, looking to bolster its midfield after recent departures, view Zubimendi as a realistic target, though no formal offer has been confirmed. The potential move would see a former Real Sociedad player return to the English top flight under a manager who previously coached him at Real Sociedad B.

The transfer speculation follows Chelsea’s recent activity, including the signings of Danny Welbeck and Jordan Henderson, as the club seeks to add experience and depth to its squad.