The return of Naif Akrod, the prominent Moroccan international, to the ranks of Real Sociedad has become a matter of time after he successfully passed all medical tests today, paving the way for the completion of the official procedures for the anticipated deal.
This step comes to strengthen the expectations of the return of the veteran defender who has previously represented the Spanish club.
The Moroccan defender is expected to sign his new contract with the Spanish club tomorrow, Thursday, thus renewing his association with the Real Sociedad team.
Akrod’s previous experience with Sociedad during the 2024/2025 season was remarkable, as he played that season on loan from West Ham United, leaving a positive impression on the club’s management and fans.
The current agreement stipulates Akrod’s transfer to Real Sociedad on an initial loan basis, with a clause allowing the club to activate the purchase option at the end of the loan period.
This mechanism gives the Spanish club great flexibility to retain the player’s services permanently, benefiting from his experience and defensive abilities.
Naif Akrod, aged 30, had moved last summer to Olympique Marseille from West Ham United in a deal estimated at about 23 million euros.
After spending time there, the player decided to take on a new challenge and return to Real Sociedad to be part of the team’s ambitious project for the upcoming season.
Real Sociedad fans are eagerly awaiting the confirmation of Naif Akrod’s return, as much is expected of him to strengthen the team’s defensive line and provide the desired contribution in local and continental competitions.
