Fabrizio Romano says Arsenal have held initial talks over signing a £49 million forward over Real Madrid star Rodrygo.

Arsenal have taken a major step toward bolstering their midfield by reaching a verbal agreement to sign Real Sociedad stalwart Martin Zubimendi. As per the ever-reliable Fabrizio Romano, the Gunners are preparing to activate the Spanish international’s €60 million release clause, securing a player Mikel Arteta has admired for several seasons.