Liverpool: ‘Angry’ Hughes ‘informed’ Slot ‘wants’ Zubimendi alternative with ‘one option considered’

Liverpool head coach Arne Slot has reportedly informed technical director Richard Hughes that he wants to club to sign a Martin Zubimendi alternative.

were dealt a major transfer blow on Monday night as it was revealed that Zubimendi has rejected a move to the Premier League giants.

was selected by Liverpool as their top target, with Slot s side keen to sign a new No. 6 to replace Wataru Endo.

The Spain international was viewed as the perfect fit for Liverpool and they were prepared to activate his £51m release clause to sign him this summer.

It was initially reported that Zubimendi was likely to accept a move to Liverpool,

While disappointed Liverpool supporters will want the club to sign an alternative, a report from The Athletic claims there…