Arsenal star addresses January exit rumours as Mikel Arteta talks confirmed

Zubimendi denies exit speculation, confirming he will stay at Arsenal beyond January despite limited playing time under Arteta.

Martin Zubimendi has dismissed rumours linking him with a January departure from Arsenal, stating he is "not at all" close to leaving the club. The 27-year-old midfielder has struggled for minutes this season, starting no Premier League games after falling behind Bruno Guimaraes and Myles Lewis-Skelly in Mikel Arteta's pecking order.

Atletico Madrid were among clubs reported to be monitoring his situation, with Spanish media suggesting a return to Spain was imminent.

Speaking to Marca while on international duty, Zubimendi expressed frustration with transfer speculation but reaffirmed his commitment. "I'm happy there," he said, adding that he hopes to remain at Arsenal at least until summer. He revealed Arteta explained the plan at the start of the season, warning him that new signings would compete for his position.

Zubimendi acknowledged the difficulty of adapting to reduced minutes after starting 33 of Arsenal's first 34 league matches last season, but insisted he remains calm and patient, believing his situation can change quickly.