EPL: Gallas recommends a replacement for Zubimendi at Arsenal.

Former Arsenal centre‑back William Gallas has urged the Gunners to sign a player comparable to Real Madrid midfielder Eduardo Camavinga to replace Martin Zubimendi when the summer transfer window opens.

Zubimendi, who joined the club from Real Sociedad last summer, began his spell at the Emirates with a promising start.

Gallas believes the 27‑year‑old lacks the capacity to perform the “dirty work” required in midfield.

“Martin Ødegaard needs someone behind him to do the dirty work— to run, compete physically, win the ball and give him the ball,” Gallas told BetVictor.

“Arsenal have Declan Rice, who does that. But they need another. I don’t think Zubimendi can do that.”

“Someone like Camavinga at Real Madrid can do this job in the midfield. He’d be a good replacement and a great signing for Arsenal.”