Liverpool’s £51m summer transfer target reveals why he rejected Anfield move

Liverpool were linked to various players during the summer transfer window with Martin Zubimendi regarded as their top target.

The Real Sociedad midfielder was a key target for the Reds in the summer but he opted to stay in Spain. Martin Zubimendi has now spoken on his decision to reject Liverpool for the first time since the summer transfer saga.

Speaking with Marca, Zubimendi revealed how difficult it was always going to be to get his signature.

Martín Zubimendi of Real Sociedad  (Photo by Diego Souto/Getty Images)

The 25-year-old said: “Real Sociedad for me is my life, I think I have spent half my life there. A lot of what I am is part of La Real, it is my life.” When asked about whether anyone had pressured him to remain at Sociedad, he said: “No, no, my friends are clear that whatever I decide will be the best. There is no pressure whatsoever.”

Zubimendi has been at Real Sociedad since the age of 12 and there are claims Liverpool will return for his signature next summer.

On the contrary, Arne Slot has been able to find his team balance despite  Zubimendi decision to shun the club. Ryan Gravenberch has filled in the role of a ‘number six’ for Arne Slot and has been hugely impressive thus far next to Alexis Mac Allister.