Athletic explain Korkut signing, cite Donostia roots and wish to return home

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·4 February 2026

Athletic’s rationale for adding Korkut focused on his family links to Donostia and his desire to come back, according to Diario Vasco.

Debate around the most recent derby began before a ball was kicked, hours before Real Sociedad and Athletic met.

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Korkut, the son of former Real Sociedad player Tayfun, has joined the red and white reserve side.

The move was completed in the winter window.

He arrives from Stuttgart.

Source: Diario Vasco