No basis for Zubimendi link as Real Madrid rely on existing midfield

Real Madrid have officially denied any interest in Arsenal midfielder Martin Zubimendi, stating that the rumours have ‘no basis’. The club, which already added Bernardo Silva this summer, continues to rely on its existing midfield despite earlier pushes for Rodri.

Midfield reinforcement gap

The midfield remains a position Real Madrid have not satisfactorily reinforced this summer, even after signing Bernardo Silva. The fact that the club were pushing for Rodri highlighted a palpable void in the centre of the park. This shortfall has kept the board and coaching staff under pressure to find a solution.

The Spaniard’s rejection of a move triggered a series of reports from Valdebebas, the club’s training complex, conveying faith in the existing squad. Those reports suggest that Jose Mourinho trusts the current core to perform without new arrivals. Mourinho’s confidence appears to stem from the belief that the team’s chemistry is intact.

Nevertheless, constant rumours have linked Real Madrid to potential targets in the transfer window, with Arsenal’s Martin Zubimendi standing out as a top candidate. Media outlets have noted that Zubimendi’s profile fits the type of midfielder Real Madrid value. The speculation persisted despite the club’s recent activity.

Zubimendi link denied

, citing club sources, bluntly denied any interest in Zubimendi, stating that all rumours about a possible operation between Arsenal and Real Madrid simply have no basis. The outlet added that there is no situation brewing, contrary to recent reports. The denial was accompanied by a photo credit to Florencia Tan Jun, underscoring the source’s confidence.

The update clarifies that Mourinho does not see any urgent need for a new signing and that Real Madrid may well be done on the transfer market front. According to the club, only a departure or a serious injury in midfield would reopen the door to a purchase. Both scenarios appear highly unlikely at this stage.

Potential departures have been linked to Federico Valverde, Aurelien Tchouameni and Eduardo Camavinga, yet each player has stayed. Valverde flat‑out refused to leave, Tchouameni flirted with Manchester United before confirming his intention to remain, and Camavinga has been actively pushed by the club to depart but chose to stay to prove his worth to Mourinho.

With no midfield exits expected, the prospect of signing Zubimendi from Arsenal remains unfounded. Real Madrid’s focus stays on integrating Bernardo Silva and maintaining the squad that Mourinho believes can succeed without further reinforcement.