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Martin Zubimendi credits key Arsenal figure amid 'anxious' admission

Martin Zubimendi insists he has settled quickly into life at Arsenal and says Mikel Arteta's influence has been crucial in easing the challenges of adapting to a new club and league.

The Spain international midfielder arrived from Real Sociedad this summer with big expectations, seen by many as a long-term cornerstone of Arsenal's midfield rebuild.

Moving from San Sebastian to north London was always going to be a major change, but Zubimendi says the process has been far more comfortable than he first imagined.

Backed by the trust of his manager and the support of familiar cultural ties the 26-year-old believes he is in the best possible environment to thrive.

"Coming to Arsenal is obviously

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