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Arsenal midfielder Martin Zubimendi has clarified that there is no truth to the ongoing speculation linking him with a move to Atletico Madrid during the winter transfer window.
The Spaniard has been a fringe player for the Gunners this campaign, and he has played less than 400 minutes in all competitions. This has increased speculation over his future, with reports claiming that Atletico have been handed an incentive to sign him in January by his agent.
However, this has been completely dismissed by Zubimendi himself. The former Real Sociedad man revealed that there is no truth to the recent rumours claiming he is close to joining Atletico.
He said: "I understand that the winter transfer window is approaching and rumors can surface, but I think we need to be a bit more careful with what we publish.
"Ultimately, everyone has a team they play for, and we need to respect that. I’ve also read that I might be close, but not at all."
Zubimendi has cut a frustrated figure in recent weeks. While he has not expressed that in the public media, it won't be a surprise if he opens the door for a move away from the north London giants in January.
Written by Sri Aswin
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