Liverpool failed in their chase of Martin Zubimendi this summer, and Real Sociedad president Jokin Aperribay has now revealed what he ‘understood’ about a transfer. It became a frustrating saga for the Merseyside club as Liverpool sought to make Zubimendi the first big-name signing of the Arne Slot era. He soon emerged as one of the Reds’ leading targets after the 25-year-old helped Spain win Euro 2024, at England’s expense, in Germany. Zubimendi only had a sporadic place in La Roja’s side but he is one of Europe’s top defensive midfielders. The 12-cap anchor is also an instrumental Real Socie…