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Arsenal ‘agree terms’ with Zubimendi for £51m move

Arsenal set to sign Real Sociedad’s Martin Zubimendi, says Daily Mail.
Since joining from Atletico Madrid, Thomas Partey has been Mikel Arteta‘s first-choice holding midfielder, with Jorginho brought in as support. However, both players are in the final months of their contracts, and with their careers nearing the end, Arsenal are looking to refresh this position.
The Daily Mail reports that Arsenal have been pursuing Martin Zubimendi for over a year and want to strengthen their midfield by signing him.
Liverpool attempted to sign Zubimendi last summer, but he turned down the move to stay at his boyhood club. However, Arsenal have now made a breakthrough, with Fabrizio Romano reporting that the player has agreed to join the Gunners, with Mikel Arteta playing a key role in convincing him.
Zubimendi to Arsenal
The Daily Mail reports that Arsenal are in advanced talks to sign Spain international Martin Zubimendi and will trigger his £51m release clause. While Arteta’s side aim to complete the deal quickly, Real Sociedad prefer not to lose him mid-season, so the transfer is expected to happen at the end of the campaign.
Manchester City also showed interest in Zubimendi as a potential replacement for the injured Rodri, but Arsenal are set to beat the Premier League giants to secure him. Ben Jacobs reports that the Gunners have ‘terms agreed’ with the player, suggesting a deal is nearing completion.
Zubimendi has become a key figure for Real Sociedad, rising through their youth system. Now one of La Liga’s top midfielders, he has earned a regular spot in Spain’s starting lineup, especially in Rodri’s absence due to injury.
The 25-year-old is a technically gifted deep-lying playmaker, ideal for Arteta’s possession-based system. He excels at threading passes between the lines, playing out against high-pressing teams, and is solid in protecting the back four.
If Arsenal secure his services at the end of the season, Zubimendi would be a significant coup for the North London club.
Last Updated on January 15, 2025 by News Time
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Everton agree deal for West Brom’s Tom Fellows

Everton have reportedly agreed on a deal to sign West Bromwich Albion star Tom Fellows, as per transfer expert Mike Brown.
After rising through West Brom’s youth system, the 21-year-old made his senior debut in 2021. Struggling for regular minutes, he was loaned to Crawley Town to gain experience and develop his career.
Fellows has since become a key player for West Brom, enjoying a strong season with 13 goal contributions in 26 league appearances.
Impressed by his recent performances, Everton have shown interest in signing Fellows. According to Mike Brown on Football Insider, the Toffees attempted to sign him in the winter window and have laid the groundwork for a potential deal.
However, Everton couldn’t finalize the deal before the deadline as they were unable to reach an agreement with West Brom over the transfer fee.
Fellows to Everton
Everton have agreed on personal terms with Fellows after receiving approval from Moyes and are expected to complete the move for the youngster next summer.
Brown said:
“Yeah, I expect they’ll get that one done. Everton have already done all the hard work to get to the stage they were at in January, where they agreed terms with the player. They’re not going to let it go. It seems most of the talks have already taken place, so it will be a case of picking up where they left off.”
Brown added:
“They’ll still have to agree on a fee with West Brom, which was the stumbling block, but those types of deals are usually easier to do in the summer. I expect they’ll still want to bring him in because he’s an exciting young player, and Moyesey has obviously given the go-ahead.”
Moyes has a proven track record of spotting talent, as seen with his successful signings at West Ham, including Jarrod Bowen, Tomas Soucek, Vladimir Coufal, Mohammed Kudus, and Lucas Paqueta. Now, Everton will be hoping he can replicate that success at Goodison Park.
Fellows is a left-footed right-sided forward with plenty of potential. He could be a smart acquisition for Everton if they sign him, though it remains to be seen if they will finalize the deal next summer.
Last Updated on February 12, 2025 by News Time
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West Ham & Tottenham battle for Richard Rios

West Ham United are reportedly ready to go head-to-head with Tottenham Hotspur over a deal to sign Palmeiras star Richard Rios, as per Spanish outlet Fichajes.
West Ham thrived under David Moyes, winning the Europa Conference League, but after parting ways with him, they’ve struggled with instability.
Julen Lopetegui replaced Moyes as West Ham’s manager ahead of this season and was given funds to strengthen the squad last summer.
Things didn’t go as planned under Lopetegui, leading to his departure. Graham Potter has since been appointed to steady the ship. West Ham are currently 15th in the Premier League with 27 points from 24 games.
West Ham are already looking to strengthen their squad for next summer, with Fichajes reporting that Potter’s side are targeting midfielder Richard Rios as a key addition.
Battle
Rios’ £84m release clause poses a major challenge for West Ham, but the midfielder is eager to move to Europe, which could lead Palmeiras to lower their asking price.
Tottenham and Nottingham Forest are also targeting Rios, meaning West Ham will face tough competition to secure the deal.
Spurs have Pape Matar Sarr, Yves Bissouma, Rodrigo Bentancur, and Lucas Bergvall as midfield options. Archie Gray is also an option, though he’s been playing in defense due to their injury crisis at the back.
Bergvall is still a teenager and needs time to develop, so Tottenham may look to add a more experienced midfielder ahead of next season.
Rios has impressed for Palmeiras and played a key role in Colombia reaching the Copa America final last summer. At 24, he could be a smart acquisition for either Tottenham or West Ham, provided they can secure him for a reasonable price.
Last Updated on February 12, 2025 by News Time
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Tottenham & Man Utd eye Matheus Cunha move

Tottenham Hotspur and Manchester United are reportedly planning to make a move to sign Wolverhampton Wanderers forward Matheus Cunha, as per Spanish outlet AS.
Tottenham have faced injury woes this season, affecting their performances. They’ve been knocked out of the EFL and FA Cups and sit 14th in the Premier League with 27 points from 24 games.
As a result, Ange Postecoglou is facing criticism, with reports suggesting his job is at risk. Meanwhile, the club is exploring the market to strengthen the squad ahead of next summer.
Spurs may need to sign a new left-winger if Timo Werner leaves at the end of the season. The RB Leipzig loanee has struggled for form and is now dealing with an injury.
AS reports that Tottenham are looking to strengthen their attack for next season and have shown interest in Matheus Cunha, closely monitoring the Brazilian’s progress ahead of a potential move.
Battle
Matheus Cunha recently signed a contract extension with Wolves until 2029, with a release clause of just over £60m. Despite the club’s battle for survival, the clause remains unchanged if they are relegated, though they would be open to negotiations in that scenario.
The report claims that Tottenham are not the only club interested in Cunha, as Manchester United have also been closely monitoring the forward ahead of a potential move next summer.
Arsenal and Nottingham Forest also showed interest in signing Cunha during the recent winter window, meaning the player has no shortage of potential suitors.
Man Utd are lacking depth in attack after Marcus Rashford and Antony’s departures, and Jadon Sancho’s exit last summer. As a result, they will need to sign a new forward for next season.
Cunha has been delivering promising performances this season and is proven in the Premier League, making him a strong acquisition for either Man Utd or Tottenham if they secure his signature.
Last Updated on February 12, 2025 by News Time
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