David Ornstein explains delay in Martin Zubimendi to Liverpool deal

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Liverpool are currently working to make their first signing of the summer transfer window.

The Reds are yet to get a deal over the line this summer, with Arne Slot preferring to assess his current squad after taking the reins.

Now, Liverpool are reportedly looking to sign Real Sociedad midfielder Martin Zubimendi, with talks in full swing.

Things seem to be going on the right track for the most part, even though there have been some stumbling blocks.

David Ornstein of The Athletic has now taken to X with an update as to why the Zubimendi to Liverpool deal is undergoing delays.

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Martin Zubimendi to Liverpool delayed by deal structure and player decision

Ornstein has reported that Liverpool are still working to sign Zubimendi from Sociedad, with the prospect of players going the other way not currently a priority.

The Athletic reporter said the delay is more due to the structure of the deal, Liverpool trying to convince him to join, and Sociedad trying to persuade him to stay.

The Daily Mail’s Lewis Steele shared something similar on X, saying the delay is due to the player’s decision and the structure of the deal, as opposed to potential makeweights.

Liverpool will fancy their chances of Zubimendi breakthrough

As a team, Liverpool need to protect their back four and goalkeeper better, so the signing of Zubimendi certainly makes sense.

Wataru Endo did well enough at No. 6, but for much of last season, Alexis Mac Allister was used in that position, which felt like a waste of his outstanding attacking talent.

It’s not plain sailing for Liverpool in pursuit of Zubimendi, but it was never expected to be, as he clearly loves Sociedad and vice versa.

However, the prospect of joining one of the biggest clubs in the world, and all the glory that could come with it based on their past six or so years, means the Reds will fancy their chances.