BREAKING: Real Madrid close in on deal to sign Arsenal target in major blow for the Gunners

Real Madrid are reportedly closing in on a deal to sign Arsenal target Martin Zubimendi.
  

Reports from Spain in recent days suggest that Real Madrid are considering a summer move for Real Sociedad midfielder Martin Zubimendi.

The 26-year-old has previously been heavily linked with Arsenal, with multiple journalists—including the ever-reliable David Ornstein— claiming that talks between the parties are at an advanced stage.

Now, it appears that Los Blancos could hijack Arsenal's pursuit of the Spain international.

According to Spanish outlet COPE, Real Madrid are working on a deal to sign Zubimendi and are believed to be ready to trigger his release clause, which is in the region of €60 million.

The same source claims that the Spanish giants are edging closer to securing the midfielder's signature, with the final decision now resting in the player's hands.