Too expensive for Bayern: Will FCB pull out of the Zubimendi poker game?

Although Aleksandar Pavlovic has shone in the centre of midfield in recent weeks, FC Bayern are still looking for a defensive midfielder. One of the candidates is apparently still Martin Zubimendi from Real Sociedad. The problem is that the Spaniard is apparently still too expensive for Bayern at the moment.

FC Bayern are apparently still interested in Real Sociedad midfielder Martin Zubimendi. However, according to Sky, the Spaniard is too expensive for the Munich club.

The transfer fee for the 25-year-old is said to be around 60 million euros. According to the report, Bayern would only be prepared to pay such a price if they were to earn a lot of money by selling players.

Arsenal also interested in Zubimendi

However, Zubimendi is still rumoured to be very popular with Bayern.

He is said to be comparable to Xabi Alonso in his playing days. Interesting fact: Zubimendi has the same advisor as Alonso, who is considered a top candidate by Bayern in their search for a coach.

According to Sky, talks have already taken place between Bayern and Zubimendi’s management. Both sides are interested in a move and Zubimendi wants to take the next step in the summer.

However, Bayern also have competition in the bidding for Zubimendi: FC Arsenal are also said to be interested in the midfielder – and are already close to him.

Zubimendi has been a candidate for Bayern for months. His name was repeatedly mentioned at the latest after the transfer of Joao Palhinha fell through last summer. Coach Thomas Tuchel already wanted to sign a defensive midfielder at the time. Even if the coach leaves the club after the season, Bayern apparently still see a need for action in the centre of midfield.