Liverpool have been handed a boost in their bid to sign Martin Zubimendi, who rejected their advances in the summer, as a report details the Real Sociedad star s regrets .
The Reds had a quiet summer, landing Federico Chiesa from Juventus while also agreeing a deal in principle with Valencia to bring Giorgi Mamardashvili to Anfield in 2025.
Their top target was Zubimendi and Liverpool triggered his £51m release clause but then .
Sociedad manager Imanol Alguacil headed up a team that launched a charm offensive to and leave Liverpool disappointed.
Liverpool opted not to sign an alternative, much to the displeasure of the fans, but The Athletic s David Ornstein confirmed the club chiefs had their hearts set on Zubimendi and they weren t about to bring in…