Mundo Deportivo reported that Real Sociedad was working on finding a new team in Primera for the 23-year-old Spanish defender, Javi López. Real Sociedad aimed to secure López a spot in another Primera team to ensure he gets playing time. The report indicated that Elche was interested in López, and he would play an important role there. Real Sociedad, which invested 6.5 million euros in López a year ago, was eager to see him gain minutes in another top-flight team. Although Betis was initially considered, it appeared that Elche and Oviedo were the leading contenders, with both clubs proposing a significant role for him. López is under contract with Real Sociedad until 2030 and has a current market value of €7.5 million, as reported by Transfermarkt.