Julen Agirrezabala is having a great season at Athletic despite not getting any playing time in LaLiga, and teams like Real Sociedad are keeping an eye on him
Ernesto Valverde has a lucky problem in goal. Unai Simón, undisputed starter for both Athletic and the Spanish national team, There is a guaranteed competitor like Julen Agirrezabala. A young goalkeeper who shows that he can become a regular player in almost any team at the top of Spanish football. Something that was shown in the Copa del Rey and that is attractive the interest of teams like Real Sociedad.
At 23, the San Sebastián-born footballer is one of the great talents in Spanish football. But despite his high level, he was unlucky enough to play in the same team as Unai Simón. That’s why everything points to him being transferred next summer. AND Real Sociedad have demanded a price for Julen Agirrezabala to your representative.
Real Sociedad really like Julen Agirrezabala
Due to his good performance in the Copa del Rey, where he only conceded three goals in seven games, Julen Agirrezabala has crept onto the radar of several LaLiga teams. Including Real Sociedad, who want to acquire his services for what could happen with Álex Remiro next summer.
Currently, The San Sebastian team asked about Julen Agirrezabala’s price. A price that will not be low, especially for Athletic’s rival. What works in their favor, however, is the fact that the goalkeeper’s contract ends in 2025, so next summer will be the last to get a good transfer before he can leave on a free transfer.
Álex Remiro, on the exit ramp?
As we have commented, Real Sociedad is aware that Álex Remiro could leave the team at the end of this season. Teams like Manchester City are following the Spanish international very closely as Pep Guardiola particularly values him for his great footwork. Therefore, his departure cannot be ruled out.
Should this happen, Real Sociedad want Julen Agirrezabala to be their starting goalkeeper next season. Without a doubt, it would be a great acquisition by the Txuri-Urdin team, which would bring in one of the most promising goalkeepers in LaLiga. But we must not forget that other big clubs also have their eye on him.