Arsenal stance on Martin Zubimendi revealed

Arsenal have no desire to part ways with midfielder Martin Zubimendi when the transfer window reopens at the turn of the year.

The Spaniard has had a difficult second season with the Gunners and he has managed less than 400 minutes across all competitions.

This has recently increased speculation that he could move on but The Athletic claim that an exit is not on the horizon.

Gunners manager Mikel Arteta played a big part in bringing him to north London last season and continues to rate him highly.

Zubimendi has yet to start a Premier League game this campaign, but Arteta still has no desire to contemplate his departure.

The 27-year-old looks poised to see out the season with the Gunners, but his situation could be reassessed during the summer.

Atletico Madrid, Real Madrid and Chelsea are among main admirers of Zubimendi, who joined the Gunners from Real Sociedad for £60m.

The Gunners will want to recoup the fee for a future transfer.