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Overview
Weighted average of attribute scores for this role, position-adjusted. Standout attributes count more than weaknesses.
Attributes (grouped)
Mobility
Not explosive but covers ground efficiently with intelligent pre-movement. (conf 0.7)
Modest top-end pace, relies on positioning rather than recovery speed. (conf 0.65)
Turns well under pressure to escape tight midfield areas. (conf 0.65)
Covers box-to-box defensive ground reliably across 90 minutes. (conf 0.75)
Control
Cushions and controls under pressure to keep possession moving. (conf 0.8)
Comfortable carrying short distances but not a primary progressor via dribble. (conf 0.65)
Strong body positioning to protect the ball from pressing opponents. (conf 0.72)
Capable long-range technique but rarely a primary shooting threat. (conf 0.55)
Distribution
Metronomic tempo-setter with crisp, low-risk distribution from deep. (conf 0.85)
Switches play accurately to unlock wide areas from the pivot. (conf 0.8)
Rarely delivers crosses given his deep-lying defensive midfield role. (conf 0.5)
Reads passing lanes early and picks progressive options under pressure. (conf 0.78)
Chance threat
Limited goal output reflects a low-priority attacking role for him. (conf 0.5)
Conservative shooter who rarely takes on speculative efforts. (conf 0.5)
Positions to offer a consistent outlet rather than making late runs. (conf 0.6)
Not a designated set-piece taker at either Real Sociedad or Arsenal. (conf 0.45)
Duels
Competent but undersized for a defensive midfielder in aerial duels. (conf 0.55)
Excellent timing in tackles, rarely dives in recklessly. (conf 0.78)
Defense
Disciplined presser who triggers team pressing structure well. (conf 0.7)
Reads interceptions superbly, cutting passing lanes before they open. (conf 0.72)
Elite screening in front of the back four, rarely caught out of shape. (conf 0.82)
Mental
Unflustered under pressure, keeps passing tempo calm in tight games. (conf 0.8)
Chooses the simple, correct pass consistently rather than forcing risk. (conf 0.78)
Diligent defensive worker who tracks back and recycles possession tirelessly. (conf 0.75)
Resilience
Generally durable across his career with few major injury lay-offs. (conf 0.65)
Outlook
Prime-age holding midfielder with room to refine his Arsenal role. (conf 0.6)
Spain international and Euro 2024 winner, high-profile 2025 Arsenal signing. (conf 0.75)
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Scouting Report & Player Insights
Martín Zubimendi is a composed, positionally disciplined defensive midfielder who made his name as the metronome of Real Sociedad before joining Arsenal in summer 2025. His game is built on clean first touches, intelligent screening of the back four, and low-risk progressive passing rather than flashy dribbling or long-range shooting. A regular for Spain and part of their Euro 2024-winning squad, he is prized for reliability and game intelligence over athleticism.
Won Euro 2024 with Spain.
Rose through Real Sociedad's academy and became a first-team midfield anchor before joining Arsenal in 2025.
Known for very low dispossession rates as a deep-lying playmaker.