Real Sociedad’s number 4 shirt up for grabs | OneFootball

Real Sociedad is looking for a new owner for the iconic number 4 jersey, following the recent departure of Martín Zubimendi to Arsenal for around 70 million euros.

This number, historically worn by figures like Xabi Alonso or Illarramendi, was left vacant after Zubimendi wore it during the 2023-24 and 2024-25 seasons.

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Currently, the main candidates are Beñat Turrientes, who used the number 22 in the previous season, and Jon Gorrotxategi, coming from Mirandés, although Urko González de Zárate has already declined to change his current number 15.

In addition, the club continues to negotiate the possible signing of Equi Fernández as a reinforcement for the midfield.

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