Liverpool unsuccessfully tried to sign the Real Sociedad midfielder Martin Zubimendi during the summer transfer window.
Martin Zubimendi turned down a move to Liverpool and opted to stay at his boyhood club, Real Sociedad. According to a report by Estadio Deportivo, the Spanish midfielder now regrets the decision to turn down the Reds, and he is hoping that the Premier League club return for him in January.
The UEFA Euro 2024 winner has a €60 million release clause in his contract, and it will be interesting to see if Liverpool decide to return for him in the coming months. They need a quality midfielder who can control the tempo of the game from the deep and help out defensively.
After missing out on Martin Zubimendi, the Reds did not sign any alternative. So, it will not be a surprise if they decide to return for the Spaniard. He has proven himself as a reliable performer in La Liga and helped Spain win UEFA Euro 2024 as well. His release clause should not be a problem for Liverpool, who were prepared to trigger it during the summer transfer window. It remains to be seen how the situation develops.
The Spanish midfielder has been linked with other Premier League clubs in recent months as well, and it will be interesting to see if any of his other suitors are willing to come forward with offer to sign him. There is no doubt that he is a top-class talent who is good enough to play for most teams in the world. He will certainly help Liverpool improve.
Liverpool could use Zubimendi
Liverpool will be hoping to compete for trophies this season, and they need more quality and depth in the side. Someone like Martin Zubimendi will give Arne Slot more options to work with, and the Dutchman will be able to rotate his key players more often.
It will be interesting to see if Liverpool are willing to resurrect their interest in the player when the transfer window reopens in January. The Reds are one of the biggest clubs in the world, and they have a proven track record of pushing for trophies every season. It is no surprise that the Spanish midfielder regrets his decision to turn them down.
