Man City and Liverpool lead chase for £50m-rated Jon Aramburu
Manchester City and Liverpool are monitoring Real Sociedad right-back Jon Aramburu, with the 24-year-old Venezuela international available via a £50m release clause. Tottenham, Newcastle United, Everton and Fulham have also checked on the defender, who is contracted until 2030.
- Player: Jon Aramburu (Real Sociedad, right-back, 24, Venezuela international)
- Clubs interested: Manchester City, Liverpool, Tottenham, Newcastle United, Everton, Fulham
- Release clause: Around £50million
- Contract: Tied to Real Sociedad until 2030
- Stage: Monitoring and checks, no imminent move reported
Deal details
Real Sociedad are protected by a long contract that runs until 2030, but the existence of a release clause gives interested Premier League clubs a clear reference point. According to Teamtalk, Aramburu's contract contains a release clause of around £50million. There is no suggestion that a move is imminent, but when both Manchester City and Liverpool are doing work on the same player, internal discussions are usually meaningful.
What was said
"Man City are among those to have been impressed and have carried out checks on the defender as they assess options for a new right-back."
"Liverpool have also carried out checks on Aramburu, with sources telling us that the reports on the player have been hugely positive."
"Aramburu's contract contains a release clause of around £50million, giving interested clubs a clear indication of the potential cost involved in securing his services."
The quotes point to genuine monitoring rather than casual admiration. City are actively assessing options for a new right-back, and Aramburu was considered alongside other names explored during the summer. Liverpool's recruitment team have also examined the full-back market, and the feedback on Aramburu has evidently stood out for positive reasons.
For a player established at Real Sociedad and under a long contract, that sort of wording matters. It suggests that if a Premier League club decides to move, the groundwork has already been done.
Why Man City are tracking a right-back
Manchester City's search parameters have included a number of right-back profiles, and that process has involved checks on different styles of player. Aramburu appears to sit in a category valued by top clubs: a defender capable of handling one-against-one situations first and foremost, then contributing further forward when needed.
That balance is important for a team that dominates possession and asks full-backs to solve multiple tactical problems in a single match. City supporters will probably focus on the defensive side first, given the need at times for greater certainty in transition moments and one-against-one defending out wide.
There is also a stylistic question. The decision may come down to whether City view Aramburu as the best fit for their system, rather than merely a strong option among several under review. The profile feels credible: defensive discipline, comfort in duels and the ability to cover both full-back positions are all valuable traits in a squad expected to compete across every front.
Why Liverpool's interest raises the stakes
Liverpool's checks underline the level Aramburu has reached. With their recruitment team examining the full-back market, his profile has evidently stood out. The reports being described as hugely positive suggest he is not simply a name on a long list.
When multiple Premier League clubs circle a player with a defined clause and rising stock, situations can accelerate quickly. Tottenham, Newcastle United, Everton and Fulham are also said to have looked at him, which reinforces the sense that Aramburu is moving into a different bracket of market attention.
The £50m figure places him in a premium category, though not an unrealistic one for leading Premier League clubs. For a 24-year-old with room to grow and strong top-level experience, that price is sizeable but not outrageous in the current market.
The key is the release clause. It gives interested clubs a clear indication of the potential cost involved, so no lengthy negotiation with Real Sociedad is necessarily required if the clause is met. That makes the situation more about the player's willingness and the buying club's conviction than about haggling.
Talking points
- Is £50m for a right-back who can also cover left-back good value, or should City and Liverpool spend that money elsewhere?
- Should Liverpool act now given their positive reports, or wait to see if Manchester City make the first move?
- Can Real Sociedad keep Aramburu beyond 2030 if a Premier League club triggers the release clause?
- Would a move to City or Liverpool be better for Aramburu's development, given the different tactical demands?
What happens next
The situation is being described as one to watch rather than one on the brink of completion. If Manchester City or Liverpool decide Aramburu is their preferred right-back target, they may need to move decisively, because once multiple Premier League clubs are involved, the race can accelerate very quickly. The next step is likely to be further checks and internal discussions before any formal approach.
Frequently asked questions
Who is Jon Aramburu and which clubs are interested?
Jon Aramburu is a 24-year-old Venezuela international right-back who plays for Real Sociedad. Manchester City and Liverpool have checked on him, while Tottenham, Newcastle United, Everton and Fulham are also said to have looked at his situation.
Does Jon Aramburu have a release clause?
Yes. According to Teamtalk, his contract contains a release clause of around £50million, giving interested clubs a clear indication of the potential cost.
Is a transfer to Manchester City or Liverpool close?
No. There is no suggestion that a move is imminent. Both clubs have carried out checks, but it remains a situation to watch rather than one on the brink of completion.
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