Journalist names Arsenal star as the only viable midfield target for Real Madrid for January

Journalist names Arsenal star as the only viable midfield target for Real Madrid for January It has been reported recently that Real Madrid have already started looking into the transfer market to solve their problems in midfield. After missing out on Rodri in the summer, the club are keen on signing world class midfielder, who can emerge as a replacement for Toni Kroos. The team has simply lacked the stability in the middle of the park, so signing a new defensive midfielder could take precedence over other things. Martin Zubimendi the only option? According to journalist Joaquin Maroto (h/t Defensa Central ), heading into the January transfer window, Real Madrid may have only one viable option in the transfer market right now in Martin Zubimendi. Zubimendi was a target for Real Madrid last summer. (Photo by Mike Hewitt/Getty Images) The former Real Sociedad starlet was linked with a move to the Spanish capital last year before he eventually joined Arsenal. But his move to Arsenal hasn’t worked out yet, with the player falling behind in the pecking order. This has led to speculation over his future, with Real Madrid emerging as a potential destination. Maroto also ruled out a move for Adam Wharton, Real Madrid’s other target, adding that the Crystal Palace star is not leaving the club anytime soon. Can Real Madrid sign Zubimendi in January? Maroto does reveal that Jose Mourinho is going to request the signing of a new midfielder at Real Madrid. Zubimendi has struggled with a lack of game-time at Arsenal. (Photo by Maurizio Lagana/Getty Images) But what happens in the upcoming January transfer window remains to be seen. Maroto believes there is a higher possibility of Zubimendi leaving Arsenal in January, due to his standing in the team. The former Real Sociedad star has featured in less than 200 minutes of competitive action this season, so it won’t be surprising to see him finding a solution for his future in January. His current contract at Emirates expires in the summer of 2030. A lot depends on whether or not Real Madrid themselves will make a move to sign the Spaniard, as they desperately look for a midfielder who can play the ball out from the back.