Chelsea quoted price to sign Martin Zubimendi

Chelsea will reportedly need to pay at least £60 million to persuade Arsenal to part ways with midfielder Martin Zubimendi in January.

The Spaniard has become a fringe player for the Gunners this campaign and he has managed less than 400 minutes in all competitions.

Zubimendi recently dismissed the transfer links with Atletico, but there is still speculation that he could move on from the Gunners this winter.

Chelsea are among his main admirers, and it is claimed that Arsenal may want to recoup at least £60m from Zubimendi's exit in January.

The Gunners have their sights on landing a progressive winger this winter and could utilise the funds recouped from Zubimendi's sale for this.

Chelsea manager Xabi Alonso has a fond relationship with Zubimendi from his time at Real Sociedad B and could be key to luring him.

Alonso previously wanted Zubimendi at Real Madrid last season, but the Gunners managed to beat Los Blancos to the Spaniard.