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Neither Rodri Nor Kimmich: Florentino Pérez Finds Tchouaméni's Replacement

The president of Real Madrid has a clear idea of which midfielder will arrive to replace the Frenchman.

Florentino Pérez has had enough and has made the final decision to get rid of Aurélien Tchouaméni at the end of the current season. The midfielder will be 25 years old by 2025 and hasn't met the expectations that were placed on him when he arrived at Madrid. The president has been analyzing the market for some time and has a clear idea of his replacement: Martín Zubimendi.

Martín Zubimendi is Real Madrid's favorite to become the new central midfielder next season. They would find in the Spaniard the figure who would provide balance and solidity, something that Florentino Pérez is very much in demand for. He has all the characteristics that are being sought in a central midfielder and is considered the ideal player to join Santiago Bernabéu.

Zubimendi's profile fits perfectly with Real Madrid's playing philosophy: Spanish, with extensive experience in La Liga and good ball handling skills. He also has the ability to adapt to different roles, something that has caught Florentino's attention. it is to be expected that this interest will intensify soon, trying to speed up negotiations to take Real Sociedad's pivot.

Martin Zubimendi | Getty Images

Martín Zubimendi Has a Price: 60 Million and He will Go to Real Madrid

Zubimendi has a contract with Real Sociedad until 2027. However, he fits perfectly with everything that Madrid is looking for: young (he will turn 26 in February), Spanish and skilled. The best of all is that he has a price and there would be no need to negotiate for his departure. However, one thing that Florentino Pérez is clear about is that he always wants to end on good terms with the other clubs.

Martín Zubimendi's buyout clause is 60 million euros and, although it wouldn't be necessary, Florentino would try to negotiate a transfer. A very likely possibility is that the Real Madrid president would offer a higher price, dividing the payment into several installments. it also can't be ruled out that, given the existing good relations, a player could come in as an exchange.

Tchouameni in white Real Madrid uniform on the playing field.
Aurélien Tchouaméni | Getty Images

In any case, what's clear at Real Madrid is that Martín Zubimendi is the player who best fits the profile of the pivot they are looking for. The idea is that he'll join the squad next season to fill the gap that Aurélien Tchouaméni will leave with his departure. The line has been crossed and the idea is to get rid of the Frenchman if a good offer comes in. He has high-level offerors.