From the culé team they are still attentive to the signing of the talented midfielder
the fc Barcelona already visualizes options for the next season and one of the great targets that has emerged in recent times is Martin Zubimendi. The soccer player of the Real society he has stood out both in the previous course and in the one at stake, that is why he is wanted by the blaugranas.
Let us remember that the pivot The 23-year-old has had a campaign in 2022-2023 at the highest level. She has been able to gain the trust of Imanol Sheriff and this has turned into good presentations. Now from Xavi an interest has been presented to the sports management so that they can have the Saint Sebastian in summer.
FC Barcelona follows in the footsteps of Martín Zubimendi
In this way it is that a first offer has been presented from FC Barcelona with respect to Zubimendi. Of course, this borders on the ridiculous, since it might not be what was expected in the txuri-urdin squad. And it is that the player has a quite high clause, which could not be assumed by the Catalans.
In addition, he has a contract until 2025, so it will be inevitable not to refer to his contract. Given this situation, Mateu Alemany’s decision is clear and they have asked Real Sociedad for the pivot’s loan. This taking into account that Frenkie de Jong is on the starting ramp and that Busquets’ retirement is close.
A loan with a purchase option is the figure that manages the culé team
In that order of ideas is that FC Barcelona could have Zubimendi on loan. It seems like a complicated operation, but they will try by all means that there may be a positive response. The idea of the Catalans is none other than to postpone the final payment while they arrive at that moment with a better economy.
We will have to wait then for what may happen with the future of this talented player. For now, the squad led by Xavi will closely follow the end of the season and the start of the summer market, where they want to enhance their midfield. Zubimendi would be pleased to arrive at the Blaugrana project and could put pressure on him to go to Camp Nou.
Athletic does not swallow for Elustondo
Some problem is having the Real society with Aritz Elustondo to make it sound like a future Athletic. It is true that there are elections in the Athletic and that the candidates move to have electoral tricks. But it makes little sense to reinforce a position where the Athletic is more than well served.
However, sources of Saint Sebastian point out that the Athletic has made an offer to Aritz Elustondo and that if the player accepts it, next July they would pay the termination clause. A clause that amounts to neither more nor less than 60 million euros.
Athletic passes from Elustondo
The same sources also acknowledge that the fact that Elustondo has not been playing in recent games also responds to flirting with Athletic. Well, as El GOL Digital has learned, there is nothing at all. Athletic is not looking for a central defender.
It is true that the majority of candidates for the elections are looking for important signings. From Griezmann to Mikel Merino passing through Karrikaburu, Odriozola or Moncayola. They need midfielders, they need a goal, they need a competent right-back, experienced players…
One of the best defensive lines
But in no case does Athletic need someone like Aritz Elustondo. Iñigo Martínez, Yeray Álvarez and Vivian make up a defensive line of the best in the Santander League. It is the last position that Athletic needs to reinforce, whose obsession is focused on finding scorers and cracks from those who win games from midfield onwards.
Therefore, there must be some problem in the Royal Society. Because Aritz Elustondo was a fixture in Imanol Alguacil’s lineups alongside Robin Le Normand. But the reality is that he has been a substitute for several games and barely participating. The same is another team that wants to sign him.