{
  "id": 1916877,
  "title": "Real Madrid deny interest in Arsenal midfield star after fresh transfer links – report",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/19/real-madrid-deny-interest-in-arsenal-midfield-star-after-fresh",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-08-19T10:45:00.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Yahoo Sports",
    "slug": "yahoo-sports",
    "url": "https://sports.yahoo.com/articles/real-madrid-deny-interest-arsenal-104500020.html"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Real Madrid have firmly denied any interest in Arsenal's midfielder Martin Zubimendi as the transfer window nears its close. According to MARCA, the Spanish giants are not considering the 27-year-old despite previous rumors linking him to the club. Zubimendi has been mentioned as a potential solution to Real Madrid's crowded midfield, following their failed pursuit of Rodri. The 27-year-old is known for his possession control, tempo setting and deep-midfield role, but the club appears unwilling to pursue a deal. This stance aligns with the club's overall transfer strategy this summer, with Zubimendi repeatedly being discussed as an option without any concrete progress. Arsenal would likely resist a cheap transfer for Zubimendi, given their significant investment in him. Additionally, his move to Arsenal last season may limit his playing time due to the presence of Bruno Guimaraes. Real Madrid currently have six signings this summer, including Fede Valverde, Bernardo Silva, Aurelien Tchouameni, Eduardo Camavinga, Arda Guler, and Thiago Pitarch. Thiago Pitarch is expected to remain in the starting lineup. For Real Madrid to consider a move for Zubimendi, Arsenal would have to offer a deal that is \"too good to turn down,\" which does not seem to be the case at the moment.",
  "summary": "Real Madrid may have already made six signings this summer, but it looks like they could look at a couple more positions in the coming weeks.Los Blancos are said to be eyeing a new midfielder and a ce...",
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        "outlet": "Yahoo Sports",
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        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/18/real-madrid-transfer-strategy-revealed-as-mourinho-waits-on-exits",
        "published": "2026-08-18T22:50:00.000Z"
      },
      {
        "outlet": "Punch Nigeria",
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        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/19/la-liga-how-i-convinced-vini-jr-to-stay-at-madrid-mourinho",
        "published": "2026-08-19T08:46:50.000Z"
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}