According to the report, Liverpool is ready to pay the £51 million release clause for Real Sociedad’s midfielder Martin Zubimendi. The club wants to sign the player before its Premier League rivals, Manchester United.
Martin Zubimendi has been on the top list of many European clubs because of his play style and performance. Many top European clubs are looking forward to signing Zubimendi. However, Liverpool’s proactive approach might give it an edge over other clubs in this race.
Liverpool has won the Premier League under the guidance of new manager Arne Slot. However, despite being the favorites to win the Champions League, Arne Slot’s team has lacked a little in the midfield area.
With Zubimendi’s defensive and ball distribution abilities, Arne Slot is looking forward to strengthening the midfield. Reports suggest that the Spanish player fits perfectly with Slot’s tactical style of play and will bring creativity into the midfield area, which Liverpool desired.
Manchester United’s Interest
Red Devils have also shown keen interest incoming Zubimendi to Old Trafford. United has also lacked in the midfield area in season.
With the key role played by Bruno Fernandes in the midfield, the club needs a player who can step up and fill the shoes of Fernandes. And the club is viewing Zubimendi as the perfect figure in the midfield.
However, Liverpool’s willingness to pay the release clause and a perfect role in the squad for Zubimendi might shape the player’s decision to sign for Liverpool instead of Manchester United.
According to Spanish football rules and regulations, Zubimendi will have to personally deposit the release clause amount of 51 million euros at LaLiga’s headquarters to move to any club.
This process can also change the Spanish player’s decision to move to any other club or in any other league.
Zubimendi’s arrival in the squad can change the club’s midfield dynamics. Liverpool can benefit from the player’s defensive and creative gameplay. However, Zubimendi’s arrival might also pose some serious competition in midfield and regarding the starting line-ups.
