Martín Zubimendi denies wanting to leave Arsenal and says he is happy
Arsenal midfielder Martín Zubimendi says he is happy at the club and is not thinking about leaving. Speaking to Spanish newspaper Marca as the winter transfer window approaches, he said he was surprised by reports suggesting he could depart.

Arsenal midfielder Martín Zubimendi said he is happy at the club and is not thinking about leaving in an interview with Spanish newspaper Marca, as the winter transfer window approaches. He said he was surprised by reports suggesting he could depart.
Zubimendi urged the media to be cautious when publishing transfer rumours, noting that players should respect their current clubs. He added that Mikel Arteta explained the club's plans to him before the start of the season and told him that new signings would increase competition for places, with the team’s players competing for minutes.
Zubimendi described Arsenal as one of the top five teams in Europe and said he was calm and happy despite the intense competition. The midfielder joined Arsenal from Real Sociedad in the summer of 2025 and says his current focus is competing for his place in the team.
