Premier League
Liverpool have to convince 25yo star to join them
Liverpool will have to convince Real Sociedad midfielder Martin Zubimendi over a summer transfer, according to Fabrizio Romano.
The Spaniard has emerged as a top target for the Reds this week and they have opened talks with Sociedad over a potential deal.
The Merseyside giants are prepared to pay most of the €60m release clause up front, but the final decision will rest on the midfielder.
Zubimendi has been reluctant to leave his hometown over the years. He has turned down Arsenal , Bayern Munich and Barcelona.
Liverpool are optimistic of landing his signature, but they face a battle to persuade the 25-year-old into moving abroad this summer.
The Reds are currently managed by Arne Slot . They have yet to make a single signing, but there could be some activity soon.
A new defensive midfielder and a centre-back are among the Dutchman's priorities. The fans will be hoping for some progress.
Aside from Zubimendi, the Reds have an interest in signing Sporting Lisbon centre-back Goncalo Inacio , as per reports.