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Amanda Langell

How Martin Zubimendi's Failed Liverpool Move Sparked Ryan Gravenberch's Ascent Under Arne Slot

Ryan Gravenberch is the first-choice No. 6 for Liverpool. | IMAGO/Visionhaus

Liverpool's failure to acquire Martín Zubimendi from Real Sociedad not only saved the club $65 million, but also allowed Ryan Gravenberch to emerge as one of Arne Slot's best players.

Before the 2024–25 Premier League season kicked off, Liverpool's main target during the summer transfer window was 25-year-old Zubimendi. The midfielder was coming off a stellar season for his boyhood club, Real Sociedad and an impressive performance in the Euro 2024 final for Spain.

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