First transfer for Slot? Liverpool to begin transfer talks for European champion

Liverpool has yet to sign a new player this summer, but it seems the club is on the verge of completing a top transfer.

According to Fabrizio Romano, Liverpool is showing interest in Real Sociedad's central midfielder Martín Zubimendi.

Zubimendi's contract with Real Sociedad includes a buyout clause of €60 million. The Merseyside club will soon begin negotiations with both the club and the player.

This summer, Zubimendi became a European champion with the Spanish national team at Euro 2024, appearing in four matches, including 45 minutes in the final against England.

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Previously, Barcelona and Arsenal were also reported to be interested in Zubimendi.

The 25-year-old Zubimendi has spent his entire career at his hometown club, Real Sociedad. In total, he has played 188 matches, scored 8 goals, and provided 7 assists.