Arsenal head coach Mikel Arteta has addressed transfer reports linking Martin Zubimendi to the North London club. He has been deemed as Thomas Partey's replacement.

There are conflicting reports surrounding the future of Martin Zubimendi after it emerged Arsenal are looking to get the jump on Liverpool for him.

Martin Zubimendi was heavily linked with a move to Liverpool in the summer transfer window but opted to stay at Real Sociedad.

Mikel Arteta admits Arsenal must be ‘prepared’ amid speculation the club have agreed a deal for Martin Zubimendi amid concerns two senior players will leave in the summer. With the contracts of Thomas Partey and Jorginho set to expire and depart on free transfers,

Every word from Mikel Arteta's pre-match Arsenal press conference ahead of the Premier League clash with Aston Villa, including the latest injury news and striker hopes