Real Sociedad boss Imanol Alguacil is adamant star man Martin Zubimendi will not leave the club this summer.
Zubimendi has been linked with a move away from San Sebastian, despite agreeing a long term contract extension in 2022, with Barcelona and Arsenal tracking him.
Despite the prospect of being a replacement for the outgoing Sergio Busquets in Catalonia, or playing a key role for Mikel Arteta in North London, Zubimendi has remained tight lipped.
The Spanish international produced a superb midfield display in La Real’s 2-1 La Liga win at Barcelona to hand Xavi’s newly crowned league champions a first league loss of the season.
However, with Alguacil’s side on the verge of clinching a top four finish, Zubimendi cannot be tempted by a Champions League offer from elsewhere.
“This victory brings us closer to the Champions League”, as per reports from Marca.
“I know what Zubimendi thinks and wants. I have no doubt he wants to play in the Champions League with us next year.
“Zubimendi has a contract with us, it’s the best place he can be, and he wants to be with us.”
La Real now have a five point lead inside the top four, with three games left to play, and they can seal a Champions League place with five more points.
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