Real Madrid have been made aware of what they need to do if they are to sign one of the best midfielders in Europe amid claims that Arsenal have agreed a deal for him, with a report revealing how much Los Blancos will have to pay for him as the Spanish and European giants make a massive decision after accepting defeat in their pursuit of Liverpool right-back Trent Alexander-Arnold in the January transfer window.
Madrid have one of the best midfield departments in the world, and, just like last season, Carlo Ancelotti’s side could win LaLiga and the Champions League in the 2024-25 campaign. Jude Bellingham and Eduardo Camavinga are two of the best young midfielders in the world, while Luka Modric is still going strong at the age of 39. Federico Valverde is another prized asset.
However, the defending Spanish and European champions are always on the lookout for good players, and they have identified Martin Zubimendi as a potential target for the summer of 2025.
Zubimendi has established himself as one of the best midfielders in the world and was close to a move to Liverpool last summer before the Spain international changed his mind.
A report in the English media earlier this month claimed that Arsenal were confident of signing Zubimendi in the summer of 2025 and were close to agreeing a deal.
Fichajes are now reporting that Madrid are keen on Zubimendi as well and could make a bid for him at the end of the season.
Los Blancos view Zubimendi “as their main target to strengthen the midfield in the summer of 2025” and have not ruled out a bid to hijack Arsenal’s deal.
Sociedad are aware of interest in their prized asset and the LaLiga club have taken a firm stance on his future.
Fichajes has reported that Sociedad will only sell Zubimendi if a club triggers the release clause of €70million (£58.6m / $72.9m) in his contract. They will not negotiate a lower fee.