Xavi’s Ongoing Interest: Martin Zubimendi as Barcelona’s Potential Midfield Reinforcement

According to reports from Diario Sport, Xavi continues to harbor interest in signing Martin Zubimendi for Barcelona in the future. The defensive midfielder, valued at €60 million, eluded Barcelona’s grasp during the summer transfer window due to financial constraints brought on by La Liga’s Financial Fair Play regulations.

To address their midfield needs, Barcelona eventually secured the services of Oriol Romeu from Girona for a fee of just €3.4 million. However, Romeu’s age and performance have prompted considerations for further reinforcements in that position, with Martin Zubimendi’s name resurfacing.

Xavi will have a prime opportunity to assess Zubimendi’s abilities once again when Barcelona faces Real Sociedad this Saturday. Last season, in a notable encounter where Sociedad emerged victorious with a 2-1 win at Camp Nou, Zubimendi’s performance left a lasting impression.

It’s worth noting that Barcelona’s financial constraints may persist, making it challenging to secure a player of Zubimendi’s caliber even in 2024 unless significant improvements occur in the club’s financial situation.