Real Sociedad have stepped up their efforts to strengthen their attack in the final stretch of the transfer market. After several weeks of fruitless negotiations for Getafe's Borja Mayoral, the San Sebastian side have decided to explore new alternatives. The need for an additional striker is evident, especially after a start to the season in which the lack of goals has been a concern for Imanol Alguacil.
President Jokin Aperribay and the sporting management have been clear in their intention to invest in young talent with potential. The search for an attacker who fits this profile has led Real Sociedad to consider several options in the European market. As the final days of the transfer market approach, the pressure to close a suitable signing is increasing.
Orri Óskarsson, the dark horse for the forward line
Among the alternatives that Real Sociedad has considered, the name of Orri Óskarsson has emerged strongly, an Icelandic forward who is only 19 years old and plays for Copenhagen . This talented attacker has caught the attention of the txuri-urdin sports management, who see him as an attractive option to join the project. Óskarsson has had a brilliant start to the season, scoring six goals in nine games, which strengthens his candidacy.
Real Sociedad have opted to look to the Nordic market, which has already yielded results in the past with players such as Alexander Isak and Alexander Sørloth . Óskarsson fits perfectly into the strategy outlined by Aperribay, which is looking for young players with the potential to increase in value. With his contract extended until 2028, Copenhagen have valued the striker at 20 million euros, a figure that Real Sociedad will try to negotiate.
Urgent need for a striker
Imanol Alguacil's team have struggled to create any real threat in attack during the first few rounds of La Liga. In addition, the possible departures of Carlos Fernández and Umar Sadiq could leave the number '9' position more vacant, increasing the urgency to close a signing. Óskarsson, with his scoring ability and his youth, seems to be the perfect candidate to take on that responsibility.
Although the Danish club is not willing to part with its young star, Real Sociedad is determined to explore all possible avenues to secure his signing. This operation fits perfectly with the philosophy of the San Sebastian club, which has prioritized investment in emerging talent that can contribute both in the present and in the future.