Arsenal news: Martin Zubimendi transfer blow as Jurrien Timber breaks silence after injury

Arsenal began their season run-in with a at home on Tuesday. marked his long-awaited return from injury with a goal but injuries to defenders Gabriel Magalhaes and shrouded the win.

With the first leg of their quarter-final clash with less than a week away, will be sweating on . The Gunners firstly travel to face on Saturday, as they bid to keep their slender hopes of chasing down and winning the title alive.

Even though the 2024-25 season might not end with a trophy and instead an outpouring of frustration from supporters, fans have been promised a 'big summer' by Arteta. Andrea Berta has been and will take charge of recruitment.

A deal for Martin Zubimendi has but there's been a fresh twist which comes as a blow to , who also .

Here's a round-up of the latest news from the Emirates.

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Zubimendi transfer blow

Arsenal transfer target Martin Zubimendi would be 'delighted' to sign for Real Madrid, a report from Spain has claimed. Zubimendi, 26, was given the chance to strut his stuff at the Bernabeu on Tuesday, as current club suffered a heartbreaking extra-time defeat in the semi-finals.

Winning the cup would've been a fitting way to end his time with his boyhood team, as Arsenal prepare to activate his €60million (£51m) release clause. But in a fresh twist, Real Madrid are considering hijacking his move to north London and claim that he'd be keen on the switch.

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Timber breaks silence after injury

Jurrien Timber has broken his silence after coming off injured against Fulham. The Arsenal defender picked up a knee injury which forced him to be substituted in the 77th minute.

Mikel Arteta wasn't able to provide much clarity post-match but Timber has been active on social media. The 23-year-old commented a padlock emoji on Bukayo Saka's post, joining thousands of fans in congratulating him.

Vlahovic battle latest

Arsenal, and all reportedly remained interested in striker Dusan Vlahovic. With just over 12 months left on his contract, Vlahovic has been given Juve's blessing to look for a new club, according to .

The international, 25, has been linked with Arsenal since the Gunners tried to sign him from in January 2022, having made himself into the one of the most feared young marksmen in Europe. Juventus beat Arsenal to him, though, sealing an €80m (£66.4m) transfer.

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