The Spanish international's move to Arsenal has been anticipated for a while, with several Premier League clubs expressing interest in him in the past. However, Arsenal have now secured a verbal agreement with Zubimendi, and it's likely that he will join the team once he passes his medical examination.

Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta is expected to make his first signing of the summer transfer window, with Zubimendi being a key target. The club is also in talks with several other players, including Bukayo Saka, William Saliba, and Thomas Partey, regarding new contracts.