August 7th 2024.
According to reports, Liverpool has their sights set on Real Sociedad's midfielder, Martin Zubimendi, as they search for a strong addition to their midfield. With the new Premier League season approaching, manager Arne Slot is determined to bring in a player who can excel in the No.6 role.
Zubimendi, who recently helped Spain win the Euro 2024 tournament, has garnered interest from other top clubs such as Arsenal and Barcelona. However, it seems that Barcelona is no longer in the running as they are close to finalizing a €60 million deal for Dani Olmo. This leaves Liverpool in a good position to pursue Zubimendi, but they face two main obstacles.
Firstly, Real Sociedad is reluctant to let Zubimendi go for anything less than his €60 million release clause. This could prove to be a challenge for Liverpool, who have yet to make a major signing this summer. Additionally, the club has yet to convince Zubimendi to make the move to Anfield, despite their interest in him. During the Euro 2024 tournament, Zubimendi made it clear that he is content with staying at Real Sociedad.
Slot acknowledges the difficulty of securing a top player for Liverpool, given the high standards of their current squad. He explains, "The bar is really high for new signings because we have so many good players. It is not easy to find someone who can meet our standards, and even if we do, we need to make sure they are available and willing to join us. Our sporting director, Richard Hughes, is working hard on it and we'll see what comes of it. Even if he's not here with us, we keep in touch constantly."
As the transfer window progresses, Liverpool remains determined to make a major signing. With their strong squad and high standards, it is not an easy task. But with Slot and Hughes leading the way, Liverpool will continue their search for a player who can make a positive impact on the team.
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