Real Sociedad’s director of football, Roberto Olabe, on Monday, expressed confidence that star midfielder Martín Zubimendi will remain with the club, despite growing interest from Premier League giants Liverpool and Manchester City.
Zubimendi, 25, has been a standout performer in La Liga and is widely regarded as one of the best midfielders in Spain. His form has caught the attention of several big clubs, including Liverpool, who reportedly targeted him in the summer.
After turning down a move to Anfield, Manchester City have also been linked with the Spanish international.
RECALL:
Zubimendi has been a key part of Real Sociedad’s success, consistently delivering top performances in the league and Europe.
Over the summer, Liverpool made an approach for the midfielder, but Zubimendi chose to stay at Sociedad, demonstrating his loyalty to the team’s long-term vision.
With City now reportedly keeping tabs, speculation about his future has only intensified.
QUOTES:
Speaking to reporters on Monday, Olabe addressed the rumors:
“Zubimendi has a release clause, yes, but it’s always up to the player to decide. He’s been showing how committed he is to our project. So far, we’ve seen how he has behaved, and I don’t predict any ‘scares’ in January for Zubimendi to leave.”
Olabe’s remarks reflect Sociedad’s confidence in their ability to keep hold of their midfield star, at least until the summer.
CITATIONS:
Zubimendi’s release clause has been a focal point of transfer talks, making him an attractive option for clubs like Liverpool and Manchester City.
However, his loyalty to Real Sociedad has been unwavering so far, with no indication that he plans to move in the upcoming January window.
KEEP IN MIND:
While Zubimendi’s release clause could make him a prime target for a big-money transfer, his commitment to Sociedad has been clear.
For now, it appears that he will continue to play a key role for the Basque club, though the summer could bring new challenges in keeping him.
