Liverpool has received a significant boost in their pursuit of Martin Zubimendi, as the €60m target has reservations about joining Manchester City. Zubimendi, a key player for Real Sociedad, has been on Liverpool’s radar since the summer, but Manchester City has also been interested in signing him as a replacement for the injured Rodri ¹ ² ³.
According to reports, Zubimendi is hesitant to join Manchester City due to concerns about playing time, specifically the role of understudy to Rodri once he returns from injury. This uncertainty could work in Liverpool’s favor, as they are still in the market for a number six and Zubimendi would be an excellent addition to their squad ⁴.
Liverpool’s interest in Zubimendi is well-documented, and they even triggered his €60m release clause during the summer transfer window. Although a deal didn’t materialize at the time, Zubimendi’s reservations about joining Manchester City have given Liverpool a glimmer of hope ² ⁴.
With Ryan Gravenberch currently playing the majority of games in the number six role for Liverpool, the addition of Zubimendi would provide much-needed depth and quality to the team. As the transfer window approaches, Liverpool fans will be keeping a close eye on developments, hoping that Zubimendi will ultimately choose Anfield as his next destination ⁴.
