Takefusa Kubo targets Europa League title with Real Sociedad

Real Sociedad midfielder Takefusa Kubo has expressed his ambition to win the UEFA Europa League with his club. In a recent interview, the 25-year-old Japanese international stated that winning the tournament is the team's primary goal.

Kubo, who has recently started on the bench for two consecutive league matches, also reflected on his professional career. He noted the pressure of not winning trophies after a successful childhood and expressed relief following the club's recent success in the Copa del Rey. He emphasized his appreciation for Real Sociedad, noting how the club embraces talented players regardless of their origin.

Separately, data from CIES indicates that Real Sociedad ranks worst in Europe's top five leagues for the utilization of new signings. The club's new players account for only 4.7% of total playing time, suggesting a highly stable squad with minimal rotation of recent acquisitions.