Mundo Deportivo reports that Real Sociedad has announced the execution of the 1.5 million euro purchase option for Kazunari Kita, which was stipulated in last season's loan. Kita leaves Kyoto Sanga to remain in Donostia, where he made an impact at Sanse. He signs with Real Sociedad until 2030.

Real Sociedad is expected to permanently sign Kazunari Kita, a left-footed Japanese defender who has been performing at a high level for Sanse, the club's reserve team. The club holds an option to buy the player from Kyoto Sanga, and this option will be exercised for a fee reported there as two million euros. Journalist Kazu Kakiuchi of Sponichi has affirmed that Real Sociedad will acquire the young player's rights with a definitive purchase. The club is reinforcing its central defense after the departures of Aritz and Caleta-Car.