Transfer Rumour Unconfirmed · Early speculationMetro FootballUnverified sourceVia Chris Davie· 1 Sept 2026
Chelsea eye £60m Zubimendi as Enzo replacement
Chelsea have reportedly made an approach for Arsenal's Martin Zubimendi after Enzo Fernandez's £125m move.
Martín Zubimendi
player
Player
Martin Zubimendi
Current club
Arsenal
Linked club
Chelsea
Reported fee
£60m
What happened. Chelsea have made an approach to sign Martin Zubimendi from Arsenal for £60m, following Enzo Fernandez's £125m transfer.
- Zubimendi is seen as a replacement for Fernandez.
- The approach comes after Fernandez's big-money move.
- Arsenal may be reluctant to sell a key midfielder.
Chelsea are looking to bolster their midfield after losing Fernandez, with Zubimendi a prime target.
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