Discover Real Sociedad’s 2023/24 squad led by manager Imanol Alguacil. Veterans like David Silva and Illaramendi have left the club, however with a solid midfield and Take Kubo leading the front line, La Real fans can expect a promising La Liga campaign.
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Transfers
Arrivals
| Arsen Zakharyan | Attacking Midfield | 20 | Russia | Dynamo Moscow | €13.00m |
| Alvaro Odriozola | Right Back | 27 | Spain | Real Madrid | €3.00m |
| Kieran Tierney | Left Back | 26 | Scotland | Arsenal | Loan |
| Hamari Traore | Right Back | 31 | Mali | Stade Rennais | Free |
| Andre Silva | Centre Forward | 27 | Portugal | RB Leipzig | Loan |
Real Sociedad’s summer transfer window saw a couple of low profile moves, securing talents like Russian talent Arsen Zakharyan from Dynamo Moscow for €13.00m and Alvaro Odriozola from Real Madrid for €3.00m. The loan deals for Kieran Tierney from Arsenal and Andre Silva from RB Leipzig also bolster the team’s depth and attacking options. Additionally, the arrival of experienced right-back Hamari Traore on a free transfer from Stade Rennais brings valuable expertise to the squad.
Notable departures
| Portu | Right Winger | 31 | Spain | Getafe | €3.50m |
| Ander Guevara | Central Midfield | 26 | Spain | Alaves | €1.80m |
| Modibo Sagnan | Centre Back | 24 | France | FC Utrech | €1.00m |
| Andoni Gorosabel | Right Back | 27 | Spain | Alaves | €500k |
| Asier Illaramendi | Defensive Midfield | 33 | Spain | Dallas | Free |
In the summer transfer window, Real Sociedad witnessed the departure of several key players. Notable exits include Portu, a seasoned right-winger, who made a move to Getafe for €3.50 million. Ander Guevara, a central midfielder, departed for Alaves for a reported €1.80 million. Additionally, Modibo Sagnan, a promising center-back, moved to FC Utrecht for €1.00 million. The departure of experienced defender Andoni Gorosabel to Alaves for €500k and the exit of Asier Illaramendi, a stalwart defensive midfielder, who joined Dallas on a free transfer, also marked significant changes in the squad dynamics.
Legendary Spanish midfielder, David Silva has retired.
Squad
Manager: Imanol Alguacil
| No. | Pos. | Nation | Player |
| 1 | GK | ESP | Álex Remiro |
| 2 | DF | ESP | Álvaro Odriozola |
| 3 | DF | ESP | Aihen Muñoz |
| 4 | MF | ESP | Martín Zubimendi |
| 5 | MF | ESP | Igor Zubeldia |
| 6 | DF | ESP | Aritz Elustondo (vice-captain) |
| 7 | FW | ESP | Ander Barrenetxea |
| 8 | MF | ESP | Mikel Merino (3rd captain) |
| 9 | FW | ESP | Carlos Fernández |
| 10 | FW | ESP | Mikel Oyarzabal (captain) |
| 11 | FW | FRA | Mohamed-Ali Cho |
| 12 | MF | RUS | Arsen Zakharyan |
| 14 | FW | JPN | Takefusa Kubo |
| 16 | MF | ESP | Jon Ander Olasagasti |
| 17 | DF | SCO | Kieran Tierney (on loan from Arsenal) |
| 18 | DF | MLI | Hamari Traoré |
| 19 | FW | NGA | Umar Sadiq |
| 20 | DF | ESP | Jon Pacheco |
| 21 | FW | POR | André Silva (on loan from RB Leipzig) |
| 22 | MF | ESP | Beñat Turrientes |
| 23 | MF | ESP | Brais Méndez |
| 24 | DF | ESP | Robin Le Normand |
Real Sociedad’s squad for the 2023/24 season boasts a balanced mix of seasoned veterans and promising talents across various positions. Led by the likes of captain Mikel Oyarzabal and vice-captain Aritz Elustondo, the team showcases a blend of experience and youthful energy. With notable players like Alex Remiro guarding the goal and emerging talents such as Arsen Zakharyan and Takefusa Kubo bolstering the offensive front, the squad exhibits a promising depth in talent and potential. Under the guidance of manager Imanol Alguacil, this cohesive blend aims to make an impact in the competitive landscape of La Liga.
Possible Starting 11
Alex Remiro is the starting GK for Real Sociedad. Elustondo is the starting right back, while Tierney might start at LB when fit. Zubeldia and Spanish international Le Normand complete the backline
In midfield, La Real has a lot of talent, a midfield close to the top clubs in Europe. Brais Mendez, Mikel Merino and Zubimendi are all amazing midfielders, wanted by Europe’s best teams. Up front we have Oyarzabal who plays either ST or LW and in most cases Barrenetxea. On the right wing we have the star of the team, one of La Liga’s most dangerous players: Take Kubo.