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Erik Bretos, the director of football for Real Sociedad, stated on September 2 in San Sebastián that club captain Mikel Oyarzabal is highly coveted by teams globally. Bretos asserted that if the player were to enter the transfer market, the club would receive numerous offers due to his high standing in professional football.

Despite this external interest, Bretos emphasized that Oyarzabal remains committed to remaining with the San Sebastián-based team. The comments highlight the player's current status as a central figure for the club and his stated intention to continue his tenure there.