Source: REUTERS/Jason Cairnduff
[Saba Sports News] According to Spanish media, Martin Zubimendi has rejected Liverpool’s invitation and chosen to stay at Real Sociedad. It is reported that when Zubimendi seemed likely to transfer this summer, the player, who just won the European Championship with the Spanish national team, decided to remain with the club and turned down Liverpool’s dazzling offer, as Liverpool was prepared to pay his €60 million release clause. Previous reports suggested that Zubimendi had agreed to the transfer and the two sides had reached a complete agreement. However, Zubimendi ultimately decided to stay at Real Sociedad, ignoring the invitation from Liverpool. It is reported that the head coach of Real Sociedad had several meetings with the player and finally convinced him to stay, discussing Basque cuisine and the player’s favorite mountain climbing activities available in the local area. Zubimendi’s decision to stay is undoubtedly good news for Real Sociedad, but it is a blow to Liverpool fans.