But here's the twist: Foot Mercato is whispering that Real Madrid is the player's preferred choice. Zubimendi famously turned down Liverpool last year, so who knows what he'll do this time?

Zubimendi's contract with La Real runs until 2027, and it's got a €60m buyout clause. That's a hefty price tag, but it's not stopping the big guns from trying to snatch him up.

Zubimendi has been with Real Sociedad since he was a kid, and he's currently in his 14th year with the club. It's a tough decision, but we'll be watching to see which team gets the nod.