Spanish media reported that the Gunners paid Zubimendi a one-time salary of over 60 million euros, leaving Real Madrid with no choice but to give up [xueting]

British media reports say that although Zubimendi's contract has not been officially signed yet, Arsenal is full of confidence in completing the deal and believes that the transfer is basically settled. The Gunners not only directly paid a release clause of 60 million euros, but also offered the player a generous contract far exceeding the salary structure of Real Madrid, which made it difficult for the white Army to match.

Real Madrid attempted to intervene when they realized there were still uncertainties in the deal, but Arsenal's long-term operation and decisive move left the La Liga giants at a loss. At present, Real Madrid has begun to evaluate other alternative options and is also shifting some of its attention to the upcoming Club World Cup.

Zubimendi's transfer is regarded as a minor setback in Real Madrid's summer signing plan. In recent days, Real Madrid realized that they had contacted the player himself before the transfer was signed, but Arsenal paid a one-time release clause of 60 million euros and also offered the player an astronomical salary. Zubimendi's salary is beyond the salary structure of the white team, which almost leaves Real Madrid at a loss.