M artin Zubimendi revealed that he “set his sights” on a move to Arsenal this summer, despite intense speculation surrounding a potential switch to Real Madrid.

Arsenal have confirmed the signing of Martin Zubimendi from Real Sociedad, with the midfielder saying the Gunners’ style of play attracting him to the Emirates. The long-awaited move was finally announced on Sunday, with the 26-year-old expected to sign for Arsenal for some months.

With Arsenal on their way to fulfilling some of their less glamorous transfer requirements, the obvious piece of outstanding business is the recruitment of a new No 9. Benjamin Sesko and Viktor Gyokeres remain the focus of Arsenal’s attention. Other names, such as Aston Villa’s Ollie Watkins, remain under discussion.