This came via an ‘exclusive’ from Twitter parody account @indykaila and later picked up by Spanish outlet Estadio Deportivo. The report cited “English media” as their source – in other words, the aforementioned tweet – but was then regurgitated by the likes of the Liverpool Echo, the Mail, the Mirror and talkSPORT.

Martin Zubimendi infamously rejected a move to Liverpool at the last second during the summer transfer window but it now appears the midfielder is hoping the Reds resurrect their interest

Arne Slot has outlined his disappointment in not being able to land Zubimendi this summer although Liverpool might get a second opportunity.

Reports in Spain suggest Martin Zubimendi is regretting his decision to reject a move to Liverpool in order to stay at Real Sociedad - but Reds fans aren't exactly willing to show sympathy

Liverpool could reignite their transfer interest in Martin Zubimendi in January amid rumours he regrets rejecting their summer offer.