Urko González de Zarate is set to depart Real Sociedad this winter in search of increased playing time and consistency, which he has not achieved under the management of Imanol Alguacil. He is poised to join Espanyol on loan until the end of the season. This move will mark his first experience away from Zubieta. The 23-year-old midfielder has participated in only four matches for Real Sociedad this season, accumulating just over 300 minutes, largely because Alguacil has frequently excluded him from the squad. His transfer to Espanyol represents a strategic effort to boost his visibility and skills on the field, particularly after demonstrating potential in a Europa League match against Dinamo Kiev.