Arsenal star close to bombshell January exit after 'friction' with Mikel Arteta: report
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Martin Zubimendi may be heading for a winter departure from Arsenal, as reports suggest a strained relationship with Mikel Arteta. The Spanish midfielder, who joined the Emirates Stadium in 2025 following a strong Euro 2024 performance, has struggled for minutes this season, failing to start any Premier League matches this term.
His potential move to Atletico Madrid is being discussed, with Arsenal looking to recover their initial £50 million investment.
Following the arrival of new signings like Bruno Guimaraes, Zubimendi has fallen behind players such as Hale Ender, Hale Ender, and Myles Lewis-Skelly in the midfield hierarchy. Arsenal's current league position at the top of the table, five points ahead of the competitors, holds a strong season so far, with only two losses across all competitions.
However, the club'thought be more inclined to wait until summer to evaluate the situation, rather than selling in January.
