Remiro starts for Real Sociedad, silencing transfer rumors

Published Jul 29, 06:00 PM UTC

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Álex Remiro started as goalkeeper for Real Sociedad in a friendly against Aston Villa on July 28, 2026, silencing rumors that his absence from the previous match indicated a potential departure. The article reports that Remiro made two good saves early on but conceded two goals, though his team won 3-2. His contract has one season remaining, and while renewal seems unlikely, he is expected to remain an important player unless a major offer arrives. The starting lineup included many regular first-team players, suggesting Remiro remains ahead of Marrero in the pecking order.

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Updated: 28/07/2026 - 22:58 CEST By: Óscar Badallo

Álex Remiro started as goalkeeper for Real Sociedad in their second preseason friendly in England, against Unai Emery's Aston Villa. The selection suggests there is no issue surrounding his future, contrary to speculation after he was not called up for the first match on English soil last Saturday and watched from the stands.

The situation of the Cascante-born player appears unchanged from the end of last season. All indications point to him remaining in the squad as a key figure, unless a major offer arrives that both the txuriurdin club and the player accept. A contract renewal—with only one season remaining—remains a possibility, though it currently seems the least likely outcome.

Remiro was part of a starting lineup featuring many players who featured regularly for Matarazzo in official competition last season. The defensive line ahead of him included Aramburu, Jon Martín, Zubeldia, and Sergio Gómez, with Turrientes and Yangel in the double pivot. Barrenetxea, Soler, and Sanse youngster Marchal formed the attacking midfield trio, with Óskarsson leading the line. This selection suggests Remiro remains ahead of Marrero in the pecking order.

Two Good Saves and One Debatable Moment

During the match, Real Sociedad's number 1 was called into action early, making two very good interventions on Aston Villa's first shots—particularly the second—but he was unable to prevent conceding a goal on the third attempt.

In the second half, Remiro conceded another goal shortly after Óskarsson had put Real ahead. The close-range finish sparked debate over whether he could have done more. However, that action became less significant after goals from Carrera and Rupérez secured the victory. Unlike Marrero on Saturday, Remiro was not substituted by Sanse goalkeeper Fraga, allowing him to celebrate the win on the pitch.

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LALIGA EA Sports // marcaWestern

Original headline: Remiro es titular y acalla los rumores

Original language: ES

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