Real Sociedad's signings put Imanol on the tightrope: 'Either him or me...'

Imanol Alguacil's situation in La Real Sociedad hangs by a thread.

Imanol Alguacil, coach of Real Sociedad, is going through difficult times due to the lack of reinforcements that he considers essential for the club. The Basque coach has seen several of his transfer goals fall through, which has generated significant tension within the club. The current situation could have serious repercussions both for the players and for the continuity of Imanol Alguacil at the head of the sports project.

Real Sociedad has been one of the revelation clubs in LaLiga, standing out for its collective play and the integration of young talents. Despite the challenges, Imanol Alguacil has managed to keep the team in the European positions, consolidating an attractive and effective playing style. However, injuries and lack of depth in the squad have highlighted the need for reinforcements.

The challenges of Imanol Alguacil and his expectations with the signings

The season has been marked by physical problems for key players. André Silva , who arrived as one of the star signings, has struggled to stay fit. His medical situation has been a constant headache for Imanol, who has had to resort to temporary solutions without finding the desired stability up front.

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Since the renewal of his contract, Imanol Alguacil has requested specific reinforcements to strengthen the squad. Players like Álvaro Odriozola have been mentioned as possible additions to provide quality and depth to Imanol Alguacil's scheme. However, the negotiations have not progressed at the expected pace, which has increased the coach's frustration.

The tension with the Borja Mayoral case

The last straw that broke the camel's back is the situation with Borja Mayoral . The club announced earlier in the week that the striker was on his way to undergo a medical examination.

So far, the player has not shown up or communicated with the coaching staff. This delay has exasperated Imanol, who sees his plans falling apart with no solution in sight.

Imanol Alguacil has informed the Real Sociedad board that the lack of reinforcements could lead him to reconsider his continuity at the club. His message has been forceful expressing the need to secure the signing of Borja Mayoral. The situation puts the board at a crossroads, which must act quickly to avoid a major crisis.