REAL SOCIEDAD NEWS

Aritz Elustondo - Good to go for Granada game Elustondo (thigh) is a bench option for Saturday's match versus Granada.

Impact Elustondo has completed his rehab from a major thigh injury and could resume seeing some action after missing the first two matches of the season. He logged 26 tackles, 20 interceptions, and 41 interceptions in 25 appearances last season.

SEPTEMBER 2, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Alvaro Odriozola - Completes Sociedad transfer Odriozola completed a transfer to Sociedad from Madrid, the club announced.

Impact Odriozola completed a permanent move away from Madrid, making the switch to Sociedad, while staying in La Liga. The defender was a depth option with Madrid but could see considerably more playing time with Sociedad.

SEPTEMBER 1, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Aritz Elustondo - Back in training Elustondo (thigh) was included in training on Thursday ahead of their match with Granada on Saturday.

Impact Elustondo has been down for the count since the end of last season with a lingering thigh injury but looks to be closer to full fitness after practicing with the squad on Thursday. If he is deemed fit enough to participate in Saturday's game, expect the defender to be a substitute and possibly get some time off the bench.

AUGUST 31, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Mikel Merino - Limited impact in return Merino registered one shot (zero on goal) and one cross (zero accurate) in Friday's 0-0 draw versus Las Palmas.

Impact Merino missed the first two matches of the season due to a leg injury but recovered in time to start here, although his impact was limited and didn't do much from a fantasy perspective. Given the defensive midfielder's job for Sociedad goes well beyond the box score, he's more important for his on-field qualities rather than for his fantasy upside, as he rarely moves forward and mostly generates defensive stats.

AUGUST 28, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Mikel Oyarzabal - Makes impact off bench Friday Oyarzabal generated two shots (zero on goal) and two crosses (zero accurate) in Friday's 0-0 draw against Las Palmas.

Impact Oyarzabal has come off the bench in each of Real Sociedad's last two matches, and despite logging just 45 minutes, this was the first time in which he registered multiple shots in a game. The Spain international has yet to find the back of the net, and with just three shots and two chances created in three outings (one start), he's been a bit underwhelming. Ultimately, Oyarzabal is not going to be a relevant fantasy alternative unless he finds a way to start on a regular basis for the Donostiarra side.

AUGUST 28, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Take - Active despite not scoring Kubo registered two shots (zero on goal), three crosses (two accurate) and two chances created in Friday's 0-0 draw against Las Palmas.

Impact Kubo was active in the final meters and generally posed a threat with his inside runs, but he couldn't find the end product and was unable to find the back of the net. The Japanese forward, who has racked up one goal and one assist in three starts so far, should remain in the lineup when Real Sociedad takes on Granada on Saturday.

AUGUST 28, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Alejandro Remiro - Makes five saves in stalemate Remiro recorded five saves and secured a clean sheet in Friday's 0-0 draw versus Las Palmas.

Impact Remiro had to work quite hard to keep the clean sheet as he made some huge saves, particularly in the first half, but he was lucky as well since the opposing forwards were particularly inaccurate in front of goal. Remiro should remain in the starting lineup when Real Sociedad takes on Granada just before the international break.

AUGUST 28, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Kieran Tierney - Loaned to Real Sociedad Tierney has joined Real Sociedad on loan from Arsenal for the rest of the season.

Impact A move for Tierney was a certainty after falling to make the bench in early Arsenal matches and he'll get his chance to see the pitch a bit more in Basque country. The question is where he fits, as Aihen Munoz is their current left-back and Diego Rico is healthy and started 18 matches at left-back last season. It's clear Sociedad have a couple more moves to make in the squad with Tierney expecting to find some kind of role.

AUGUST 28, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Mikel Merino - Starting against Las Palmas Merino (leg) will make his return to play against Las Palmas on Frida

Impact Merino was listed in the starting squad for Friday's match after missing the first two games of the season with a leg injury. The midfielder only started practicing this week so it wouldn't be surprising to not see him give a full 90. His return is a big one for this Sociedad squad, adding depth and a quality starter back into their lineup.

AUGUST 25, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

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Jon Ander Olasagasti - Traveling with team Olasagasti (undisclosed) is apart of the team sheet for Friday's match against Las Palmas.

Impact Olasagasti will make his return to the team sheet after missing last weeks game against Celta Vigo. The Spaniard picked up what seems to be a minor injury last week during training, but will be an option once again after only missing a week. He appeared as a substitute in Sociedad's first match of the season and if he appears in Friday's match expect him in that same role.

AUGUST 24, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Mikel Merino - Returns to squad Merino (leg) is back with the traveling squad for Friday's match against Las Palmas.

Impact Merino will finally be making his return back to the squad after being absent for the past two matches due to a leg injury. There is a good chance Merino won't be getting the start or may not even see the field seeing he just started training this week, but the team will be happy to see him on the bench. Last season he was a normal starter in the midfield for Real Sociedad, scoring two goals and registering nine assists in his 33 appearances.

AUGUST 24, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Aritz Elustondo - Still sidelined with injury Elustondo (thigh) will not be traveling with the team this week for Friday's match against Las Palmas.

Impact Elustondo has been training with the team for about the last week now but still will be unavailable to compete against Las Palmas due to his thigh injury. The defender will have the chance to return to the squad next match against Granada.

AUGUST 24, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Arsen Zakharyan - Signs with Real Sociedad Zakharyan completed a switch from Dinamo Moscow to Real Sociedad, his new club announced.

Impact One of the best young players to come out of the Russian Premier League since the days of Andrei Arshavin, Zakharyan is widely regarded as a top talent who can make a name for himself in Europe's top leagues. He should see regular minutes for Real Sociedad due to his versatility and ability to play different positions in the final third, though he profiles best as an attacking midfielder. Zakharyan, who signed a deal until the end of the 2028-29 campaign, had racked up 15 goals and 23 assists across 72 matches for Dinamo in Russia's top flight before moving to Spain.

AUGUST 21, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Take - Provides assist in draw Kubo assisted once to go with one shot (zero on goal), two crosses (one accurate) and one chance created in Saturday's 1-1 draw versus Celta Vigo.

Impact Kubo picked up his first assist of the season after a brilliant piece of individual play to create separation from his defender, before sending a cross that found Ander Barrenetxea in the box. After scoring a goal in his previous fixture, he'll aim to maintain this form when he faces off against Las Palmas on Friday.

AUGUST 20, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Ander Barrenetxea - Scores in draw Ander Barrenetxea scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal), two crosses (zero accurate) and one chance created in Saturday's 1-1 draw versus Celta Vigo.

Impact Barrenetxea made his first start of the season after coming off the bench in the previous contest and recorded his first goal. He headed the ball after a cross sent in by Takefusa Kubo, opening up the scoring in the 22nd minute of the contest. The left-forward was taken off in the second half; it is yet to be determined whether he will be in the starting lineup for their upcoming fixture against Las Palmas

AUGUST 20, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Alejandro Remiro - Concedes late equalizer Remiro recorded six saves and allowed one goal in Saturday's 1-1 draw against Celta Vigo.

Impact Remiro was remarkable in goal, recording six saves while facing constant pressure from Celta. He came close to securing a clean sheet, but a deflection off a corner in added time allowed Oscar Mingueza to score from short distance. Perhaps his most impressive save happened a minute before the goal, as he managed to stop a heading attempt that was about to find the net. Looking ahead, Remiro will be up against Las Palmas, a team that has only managed to score once in their two fixtures so far.

AUGUST 19, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Jon Ander Olasagasti - Ruled out to face Celta Olasagasti (undisclosed) is not in the squad for Saturday's match against Celta Vigo.

Impact Olasagasti picked up a knock in the first training session of the week and didn't return to grass the rest of the week, so his absence shouldn't be surprising. His next chance to feature will come Aug. 25 on the road against Las Palmas.

AUGUST 18, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Mikel Merino - Not playing against Celta Merino (leg) is not in the squad for Saturday's match against Celta Vigo.

Impact The absence of Merino shouldn't be surprising, as the defensive midfielder didn't train during the entire week and also missed the season opener. His next chance to play will come against Las Palmas on Aug. 25, but for that to happen, he'll need to at least have a few training sessions under his belt.

AUGUST 18, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Aritz Elustondo - Ruled out for Saturday Elustondo (thigh) is not in the squad for Saturday's match against Celta Vigo.

Impact Elustondo made progress in his recovery and was spotted in training earlier this week, but he wasn't deemed fit enough to be part of the squad for Saturday's home matchup against Celta. Elustondo's next chance to play will come on the road at Las Palmas on Aug. 25.

AUGUST 18, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Jon Ander Olasagasti - Doubtful to play Saturday Olasagasti picked up an injury in training this week and is doubtful to play Saturday against Celta Vigo, Roberto Ramajo of Diario AS reports.

Impact Olasagasti picked up the injury in the first training session of the week, and while no official announcement has been made, the coaching staff believes he might be out for several weeks. This is a complicated situation for head coach Imanol Alguacil, as Olasagasti could've been in line to see minutes in midfield while Mikel Merino (leg) remains sidelined.

AUGUST 17, 2023 • ROTOWIRE