Real Madrid has clear who will be Modric's replacement

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Zubimendi
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At 25 years old (turning 26 in February), Zubimendi represents the ideal profile for Madrid: a midfielder with an organizer style, with the ability to lead and connect lines, in the line of Xabi Alonso or Rodri from Manchester City. In addition, his 60 million euro release clause, set until 2027, makes him a viable signing within the club's strategy, which prioritizes incorporating young national talent to rejuvenate the squad.

International Shine

Zubimendi's performance in the last Eurocup consolidated his status as one of the great promises of Spanish football. His performance in the final against England, where he competently replaced Rodri after an injury, left its mark on the Olympiastadion in Berlin. He also stood out with a decisive goal against Denmark in the Nations League qualification, which reinforced the interest of the white club.

Despite his affinity for English football, as he has expressed in the past, Zubimendi has also attracted interest from FC Barcelona, although the economic limitations of the Catalan club prevented the operation from being finalized. His agent, Iñaki Ibáñez, shares representation with Xabi Alonso, who besides being an important figure in the player's career, is rumored to be a possible future coach of Real Madrid.

Good Relationships

Madrid's interest benefits from the excellent relationship between both entities, marked by recent transfers such as those of Illarramendi, Odriozola and Kubo. Despite the competition posed by the Premier League, with teams like Liverpool and Manchester City also interested, the history of collaborations could facilitate the negotiation.

Zubimendi was close to leaving Real Sociedad last summer, when Liverpool was willing to pay his release clause. However, the departures of Mikel Merino and Robin Le Normand forced the Basque club to shield the midfielder with a salary improvement, without extending the duration of his contract.