Aguerd passes medical and set to be announced by Real Sociedad on Thursday

Nayef Aguerd is set to be announced as a new Real Sociedad player. According to MARCA, the Moroccan centre-back passed his medical examination on Wednesday, the final step before the Basque club makes his arrival official on loan for the 2026-27 season.

The announcement will come on Thursday, as advanced by Santi Aouna, the market specialist who broke the news of Aguerd's arrival in summer 2024 and has again been first to anticipate his return. The club is keeping the operation under wraps for now.

The signing has sparked some controversy among Real Sociedad's fanbase. While they don't question Aguerd's quality, shown during his previous spell in 2024-25, there's concern over five months out following his March pubis operation. With Pellegrino Matarazzo counting down to LaLiga's kickoff with five games in 16 days, many worry the centre-back may feel the effects of that lack of competitive rhythm.