Mikel Rodríguez, a 24-year-old Spanish central midfielder for Real Sociedad's B team, Sanse, is close to being permanently transferred to Deportivo Alavés due to a perceived lack of opportunity in the first team. According to Noticias de Gipuzkoa, the deal is very near completion and would include a buy-back clause for Real Sociedad. The transfer would involve a five-year contract with Alavés. The structure of a permanent sale with a buy-back option might be used due to new rules that limit loan deals. In the 2025/2026 season in LaLiga2, Mikel Rodriguez had 33 appearances, 2 goals, and 2 assists. Transfermarkt estimates his current market value to be €700k.