Arsenal confirmed that Ben White had undergone a minor procedure after suffering with joint problems confirmed by Mikel Arteta during the last run of games

While Manchester City are said to have 'looked' at Zubimendi, Arsenal are seriously weighing up whether to test Sociedad's resolve. And as if the stars have aligned perfectly for Arteta, one of Zubimendi's big-hitting rival suitors - Liverpool - may no longer have a need to sign the Spanish international.

Mikel Arteta has been criticised for his handling of Arsenal injuries, but has defended his approach after Bukayo Saka's quick-fire return to action against Liverpool.

Arsenal are monitoring Martin Zubimendi’s situation, in the belief they can prove the Real Sociedad player’s most viable destination in the summer. Mikel Arteta wants to add a No 6 to his team, to ensure they have maximum tactical options in midfield.

Arsenal have been handed a fresh injury blow as Ben White has undergone a minor knee procedure during the international break. According to The Standard, the 27-year-old has been playing through

Ben White undergoes minor procedure to help solves issues suffered during Arsenal fixtures as injury list grows

Arsenal defender Ben White has undergone minor knee surgery as injury problems continue to mount for Mikel Arteta. White, 24, a permanent fixture in the Gunners starting XI at right-back, has been playing through the pain barrier for a number of weeks.