Real Sociedad accelerate Benfica signing as Aihen Muñoz exit nears

Real Sociedad are accelerating their transfer plans after Osasuna’s interest in left-back Aihen Muñoz, who could leave the txuri urdin this summer. The player’s potential exit opens the door to a Benfica signing to shore up the left flank, one of the team’s most debated areas in recent weeks.

What’s happening with Aihen Muñoz?

Oasunua’s interest in Aihen Muñoz isn’t new, but the player’s response is speeding up Real Sociedad’s plans. According to journalist Ángel García, Muñoz would favor a move to El Sadar for more minutes and consistency-something he hasn’t found under Pellegrino Matarazzo. Real Sociedad, which finished 10th in La Liga with 46 points (11W-13D-14L), could lose one of its three left-back options.

Why does Real Sociedad need a signing?

With Sergio Gómez the only secure left-back for the upcoming season, the coaching staff is debating how to cover the position. Javi López-another left-back-could leave again, this time for Oviedo, who have renewed their interest. A Muñoz exit would leave the club with just one left-back on the roster, forcing quick action before the start of LALIGA EA SPORTS.

The txuri urdin have two routes to solve the issue: sign in the transfer window or promote from the youth ranks. Names like Balda, a promising youngster from the B team, are on the club’s radar. The decision must come soon, as the team’s next match is on July 31 away to Toulouse.

What options is Real Sociedad considering?

Beyond Benfica, Real Sociedad is eyeing other left-back candidates. The calm in last season’s transfer window-where the club made no major signings-won’t repeat this summer. The club needs to fill the gap left by potential exits and avoid repeating last season’s struggles, when they scored 59 goals and conceded 61 (-2 goal difference).

Real Sociedad, which lost 0-1 to PAU on July 11, faces an atypical transfer window. With just two wins in their last five matches (LDDDL), the team needs reinforcements to improve their performance next season. Muñoz’s exit could be the catalyst for a key move on the left flank.

Real Sociedad, 10th in the table with 48 points behind leaders Barcelona, is looking to take a step forward in the market. Aihen Muñoz’s potential departure is forcing the club to act fast to avoid being left with only one left-back on the roster.