Florentino Pérez maintains a great relationship with Real Sociedad after so many years of doing business together. In recent times, several players from both teams have switched locker rooms, and now Real Madrid would be interested in repeating an operation. We are talking about Martín Zubimendi, a defensive midfielder who is highly regarded and fits what is being sought in the market, but whose arrival will not be easy.
Speaking with those in charge at Real Sociedad, Florentino already knows that he will have no option to negotiate a transfer for Martín Zubimendi. The idea was to lower his final price by including footballers in the operation, but the response has been clear: "His signing costs 60 million". This is what his release clause states and what Arsenal, very interested in signing the Spanish international, is willing to pay.
Martín Zubimendi Is a Personal Request from Xabi Alonso
Despite having previously rejected a move to England, Zubimendi now would have given the "yes, I do" to leave Real Sociedad. But he would have done so with one condition: that they wait until the season ends. He likes the option of the English and believes that the summer of 2025 is the ideal time to leave, with negotiations very advanced with the gunner club.
This possible confirmation of his departure to London has not pleased Xabi Alonso at all, who holds Zubimendi in high regard. He is clear that, in the case of arriving at Real Madrid, changes are needed and he has pointed out one position: that of the midfielder. Tchouaméni doesn't fit at all in his scheme, and he considers the Spaniard to be the ideal pivot for his play style.
Florentino has laid the first stone by confirming to Real Sociedad the interest, but it is not an easy matter. It will be necessary to pay 60 million euros, and for the moment, there is no intention to do so.
Martín Zubimendi Prioritizes Real Madrid
Despite seemingly being very close with the English, the reality is that his priority has always been to wear the Real Madrid jersey. It is a club he likes very much, and he would be delighted to continue playing in Spain, without the need to move to England.
However, the matter is not easy at all. Florentino keeps a close eye on him, and if he truly wants him, he will have to shell out 60 million in full.