Arsenal midfielder Martin Zubimendi has reportedly emerged as a potential January transfer target for Atletico Madrid, with uncertainty surrounding the futures of several players as the Gunners assess their squad and finances.
According to Spanish publication Sport, Atletico are monitoring the 27-year-old Spain international ahead of the January transfer window.
The reported interest comes amid speculation that Arsenal could consider departures involving striker Viktor Gyokeres and midfielder Mikel Merino as the club looks to balance its finances. The reports have not confirmed that either player is being actively offered for transfer.
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However, Arsenal are also making progress in efforts to secure the long-term futures of key players Martin Odegaard, Jurrien Timber and Declan Rice.
According to TEAMtalk, new contract agreements for the trio are on course to be finalised before January, providing a boost to the club as it plans for the future.
Elsewhere in the Premier League, Leeds United are preparing to step up negotiations with England striker Dominic Calvert-Lewin over a contract extension that could keep him at the club until 2030.
Aston Villa defender Ian Maatsen is also reportedly close to agreeing a new contract with the club.
Everton are among several European sides said to be interested in Flamengo winger Samuel Lino, while Manchester United and Liverpool are reportedly monitoring Juventus defender Andrea Cambiaso.
In Germany, Barcelona have expressed interest in Bayern Munich defender Jonathan Tah. However, Bayern are not planning to let the 30-year-old leave, and the Germany international is reportedly not considering a move.
Bayern are also preparing for the possibility of goalkeeper Manuel Neuer retiring at the end of the season. The Bundesliga club are reportedly considering Schalke's Loris Karius and Fulham's Bernd Leno as possible options to provide competition and cover for young goalkeeper Jonas Urbig.
In Italy, Napoli are reportedly planning a move for Portuguese striker Gustavo Varela, 21, who currently plays for Monza and has attracted interest from several clubs.
With the January transfer window approaching, the reports point to possible movement across Europe's major leagues. However, the developments remain transfer speculation, with no completed deals confirmed in the reports.