According to a report by Football London on Friday, November 6, 2026, According to TEAMtalk, the 27-year-old is considering leaving Arsenal in pursuit of a more regular starting role following his fall from grace in Mikel Arteta's midfield.

According to reports, Zubimendi has had trouble establishing himself as a regular starter for Arsenal this season since joining the club last year from Real Sociedad.

There is more competition for midfield spots now that Bruno Guimaraes and Myles Lewis-Skelly have both arrived.

Arteta reportedly doesn't want to let the Spanish international go, but he might think about sending him out on loan if he needs a break.

Chelsea is aware of his situation, but they are up against competition from a number of European clubs.

After failing to entice the midfielder to join them in the past, Liverpool is supposedly not contemplating a move despite being informed as well.

Along with Real Madrid, Barcelona, and Atletico Madrid, he is supposedly known to Bayern Munich and Borussia Dortmund, who are keeping tabs on his situation.

Given his versatility and experience, Zubimendi could be a good choice for Chelsea. Although his primary position is that of a defensive midfielder, he is also capable of playing right back and going box-to-box.

Since the midfielder has a contract with Arsenal until 2030 and is valued at around £54 million by Transfermarkt, the Gunners are in a good position to consider a permanent sale.

Still, if Arsenal are willing to let him go on loan for a while, it could be a win-win situation for everyone involved.

Instead of waiting until the summer transfer window to try to bolster their midfield, Chelsea will need to make a decision in January.