Spain midfielder Martin Zubimendi joined Arsenal from Real Sociedad on Sunday, finally making the move to the Premier League after turning down Liverpool last year. The transfer fee wasn't disclosed but the BBC reported Arsenal has paid almost 60 million pounds ($82 million) for the 26-year-old Zubimendi.

(Reuters) -Arsenal have signed defensive midfielder Martin Zubimendi from Real Sociedad on a long-term contract, the Premier League club said on Sunday as the club reinforced a key position weakened by departures last month.

Arsenal have confirmed the signing of Martin Zubimendi as the Gunners plot a bid for Noni Madueke.Zubimendi joins Arsenal from Real Sociedad in a deal worth more than £50million and the midfielder has signed on a five-year contract.