Arne Slot wants to sign a ‘No.6’ to bolster his Reds midfield and had, as of Monday afternoon, been pursuing a move for Real Socieded midfielder Martin Zubimendi following his impressive showing at Euro 2024 with champions Spain.

However, in a major twist, Zubimendi has decided to remain at the Basque club. The 25-year-old has a £51million release clause in his contract but is now set to open talks over new and improved terms.

The collapse of the transfer led to talk of the Reds targeting a move for Guimaraes, however that has quickly denied by sources close to the Anfield club, as noted by The Athletic.