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Martín Zubimendi

Martín Zubimendi is a Spanish professional footballer recognized for his role as a defensive midfielder. He currently plays for Real Sociedad in La Liga and represents the Spain national team. Zubimendi is known for his defensive prowess and ball-winning abilities in the midfield, making him a key player for both his club and country.


3 hours ago : Arsenal Secures Martín Zubimendi in €60M Deal, Beating Real Madrid and Barcelona.

Arsenal completed a €60 million deal for Martín Zubimendi, Real Madrid's primary midfield target. Zubimendi agreed to personal terms with Arsenal, surpassing competition from Real Madrid and Barcelona for the £51m midfielder.

February 1999: Martín Zubimendi was born

In February 1999, Martín Zubimendi Ibáñez was born. He is a Spanish professional footballer.

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August 2016: Senior Debut with Real Sociedad C

On 27 August 2016, Zubimendi made his senior debut with Real Sociedad C, playing the last seven minutes in a 0–0 Tercera División home draw against Durango.

November 2017: Represents Spain under-19s

In November 2017, Zubimendi represented the Spain under-19s in a friendly 2–1 loss to the Portugal under-19s on 15 November 2017.

July 2018: Contract Renewal and Promotion to Reserves

On 25 July 2018, Zubimendi renewed his contract until 2022, and was definitely promoted to the reserves in Segunda División B.

July 2020: Contract Renewal and Promotion to Main Squad

On 24 July 2020, Zubimendi renewed his contract with Txuri-urdin until 2025, being definitively promoted to the main squad.

June 2021: Senior Debut for Spain

On 8 June 2021, Zubimendi made his senior debut for Spain in an international friendly against Lithuania, after being called up due to the isolation of other national team players.

February 2022: First Goal in European Competitions

On 24 February 2022, Zubimendi scored his first goal in European competitions in a 3–1 home defeat against RB Leipzig during the Europa League knockout round play-offs.

September 2023: Champions League Debut

On 20 September 2023, Zubimendi made his Champions League debut in a 1–1 draw against Inter Milan.

June 2024: Selected for UEFA Euro 2024

On 7 June 2024, Zubimendi was selected in the 26-man squad for UEFA Euro 2024 and on 15 June, he made his first appearance in the Euros against Croatia as a substitute.