PRESS CONFERENCE: What did Martin Zubimendi say about the Liverpool transfer The Real Sociedad man confirmed that the decision he made was to join…

PRESS CONFERENCE: What did Martin Zubimendi say about the Liverpool transfer
The Real Sociedad man confirmed that the decision he made was to join Liverpool..

his alone, and that family or friends did not influence his decision making.

Zubimendi has been at Real Sociedad since the age of 12 and has such labelled the club as ‘his life’.

Speaking to Marca during the international break, he said:

“No, no, my friends are clear that whatever I decide [for my future] will be the best,” Zubimendi said.

“There is no pressure whatsoever”

“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.”

“[Our goal to qualify for] Europe is clear. The higher the position, the better. We have to look for our best version and, above all, compete. To feel competitive, to be recognised and to be seen with personality.”

It is believed that the Spanish club launched also launched a ‘charm offensive’, emphasizing Zubimendi’s deep connection to the team and the city of San Sebastián.

Their efforts were successful, with the 25-year-old reaffirming his commitment to Sociedad by early August.

This U-turn was a significant blow for Liverpool, but Ryan Gravenberch’s performances at the start of this season have done plenty to soften the blow so far.