The outcome of Arsenal’s performance this season will significantly influence the upcoming summer transfer market. The Gunners are now striving to achieve their inaugural Champions League semi-final appearance in a span of fifteen years. Additionally, they remain contenders for the Premier League title, although they no longer have full control over their destiny.

Edu and Mikel Arteta are associated with Arsenal.

Prior to the summer transfer window, Mikel Arteta and Edu have already devised their strategies. Thomas Partey is expected to leave the team prior to the 2024-2025 season, and the Gunners are seeking a replacement for his role.

In addition, they are interested in acquiring a versatile defender capable of fulfilling several positions in the defensive line, as well as a winger to provide backup for Bukayo Saka.

Thomas Partey, a midfielder with Arsenal,

Jorginho is expected to agree to a one-year contract extension, despite the fact that his current agreement ends in June. Thomas Partey’s tenure in North London appears to be short-lived, as the team is willing to sell the midfielder this summer for a fee ranging from £25 to £30 million.

Martin Zubimendi from Real Sociedad is the preferred candidate for Arsenal to replace Thomas Partey before to the start of the 2019-20 season. Amadou Onana, the midfielder for Everton, and Douglas Luiz from Aston Villa are two more players whom the Spaniard is currently prioritizing.

At the age of 25, Zubimendi still possesses ample time for further growth and development, making him a potential long-term asset for Arsenal. Antonio Mango, a scout for the U23 team, previously described him as having “remarkable” potential.

Given the presence of a £51 million release clause in his existing contract, it should be very straightforward for Arsenal to secure the services of Martin Zubimendi, provided they possess the requisite financial resources. However, FC Barcelona and Bayern Munich will also be closely monitoring the 25-year-old, meaning that Arsenal will not be the sole contender in the fight.

Thomas Partey would need to depart as Zubimendi is likely to join prior to the 2018 season. Since sustaining an injury earlier in the season, the 30-year-old has encountered challenges in retaining his position in the starting lineup under the management of Mikel Arteta.

Since August, Thomas Partey has been limited to just one start in the Premier League, with Declan Rice and Jorginho ranked higher than him. Prior to the summer, Saudi Arabian clubs, Galatasaray, Juventus, and other teams are expressing significant interest in the Ghanaian talent.

Arsenal will inevitably have a hectic summer as they strive to narrow the distance with Pep Guardiola’s Manchester City, regardless of the outcome of this season.