Liverpool manager Arne Slot confirmed that the club's attempt to sign Spain midfielder Martín Zubimendi from Real Sociedad has failed, as Zubimendi opted to remain at his boyhood club despite Liverpool meeting his £51 million release clause. This setback leaves Liverpool as the only team in Europe's top seven leagues without a new signing this summer, raising concerns among fans about the squad's competitiveness. Slot defended the lack of transfers, asserting that the existing squad is strong and that improvement can come from training rather than new signings. He expressed confidence in the team's pre-season performance and emphasized that the sporting director is continuing efforts to strengthen the squad. The Reds will head into their first competitive match under Slot without any new players, following the departure of long-time manager Jurgen Klopp. Despite the criticism from fans regarding transfer inaction, Slot remains optimistic about the team's capabilities.