Martin Zubimendi chooses Arsenal over Real Madrid despite Xabi Alonso factor

Martin Zubimendi has decided to join Arsenal in the upcoming summer transfer window — leaving Real Sociedad for a transfer fee of 60 million pounds.

The transfer value agreed by Arsenal is higher than the player’s release clause of 51 million pounds — this arrangement allows for installment payments considering LaLiga’s rule requiring release clause payments to be made in full.

The Spanish national team midfielder turned down Real Madrid’s offer — despite the opportunity to work with his idol Xabi Alonso who manages El Real.