According to reliable sources, Liverpool is attempting to sign Martin Zubimendi, a midfielder for Real Sociedad, as their very visible number six player this summer.
According to a report by David Ornstein in The Athletic on Tuesday, Liverpool was “moving forward” with a move after identifying its defensive midfield target.

That player was a 25-year-old Real Sociedad footballer named Zubimendi. He entered the game after the bench as Spain defeated England in the Euro 2024 championship.

The story was covered by multiple news reports. Paul Joyce of the Times reported that they are “considering” a move for the playwright.

There may be a buyout clause in Zubimendi’s Real Sociedad contract for up to €60 million (£51.5 million). This indicates that the club is already aware of the expected payment amount.

Here’s some additional news. Liverpool would have to pay the full amount, according to Ornstein’s article for The Athletic, and Sociedad is “not willing to negotiate a fee below that figure.”

“Many interested Premier League and other clubs have not been able to convince Zubimendi to leave, so Liverpool would also have to do that,” he says.

Things may be further along than they appear at this time, based on how Liverpool does their trade business.
Wataru Endo might be allowed to leave Anfield after a year if he joins. Earlier this summer, Marseille made a bid of £11.8 million, but it was rejected. It was stated that he may be sold for the correct amount.

Under Xabi Alonso, Zubimendi enjoyed playing at the base of the centre for Real Sociedad B. He was a clever and technically sound player.

Alonso stated to the Guardian in 2022 that “every coach would want” Martin.
“He always puts his teammates before himself and is kind.” He can initiate games, assist individuals in his vicinity in improving, and consistently provide suggestions to improve the move.

He knows exactly what to do next before the ball reaches him. He has the ability to organise the axis. He was a pleasure to work with.