Real Sociedad Move for Equi Fernández as Zubimendi Replacement

Real Sociedad are in talks to sign Argentine midfielder Equi Fernández from Al Qadsiah. They need a replacement for Martin Zubimendi, who is set to join Arsenal.

ZUBIMENDI ON HIS WAY TO ARSENAL

Spanish midfielder Martin Zubimendi will leave Real Sociedad for Arsenal. The transfer is considered complete, as Real Sociedad sold Zubimendi for a fee slightly higher than his €60 million release clause

According to a previous report, Real Sociedad sold Martin Zubimendi to Arsenal for a fee slightly higher than his €60 million release clause.

He is expected to join Arsenal in pre-season. Real Sociedad wanted the transfer to be finalized in July due to financial reasons. Zubimendi played a key role for the club, helping them finish sixth in La Liga last season

Real Sociedad finished sixth in La Liga last season and qualified for Europe. La Real must quickly find a replacement to fill the gap left by his departure.

EQUI FERNÁNDEZ TARGETED AS REPLACEMENT

Equi Fernández, currently playing for Saudi club Al Qadsiah, has become a primary target to fill the void left by Zubimendi. The Argentine midfielder is reportedly interested in the move to Spain, but Al Qadsiah is waiting for a better offer. Fernández previously played for Boca Juniors and is known for his dynamic playing style and defensive abilities. Real Sociedad believe he would be a great fit for their system and are working to finalize the deal before the new season begins.

TRANSFER IMPLICATIONS FOR BOTH CLUBS

Real Sociedad’s pursuit of Fernández comes at a crucial time as pre-season preparations begin and the team prepares for another campaign in Europe. Their next La Liga match is set for mid-August, and they are eager to build on last season’s sixth-place finish

Real Sociedad finished sixth in La Liga last season .

and close the gap to the top five. Meanwhile, Arsenal, who finished second in the Premier League, are expecting Zubimendi’s arrival to strengthen their midfield as they aim to challenge Manchester City once again. Al Qadsiah, who finished fourth in the Saudi Pro League last season

Al Qadsiah finished fourth in the Saudi Pro League last season .

, may lose a key player just as their top-flight campaign gets underway.