La Liga
Wesley Gassova will be the name that Real Sociedad will use to close the January transfer market. The Basque club has changed its course and decided to reinforce with a winger, instead of a striker, following Take Kubo's injury.
As reported by Noticias Gipuzkoa, the departure of Umar Sadiq and the loan of Mikel Goti initially suggested the arrival of a '9'. However, the coaching staff prioritized covering the wing position, leading to Wesley Gassova being the immediate solution.
Wesley Gassova arrives to cover a key absence
The injury of the Japanese international forced the sports management to react swiftly. Without Kubo for over two months and with limited attacking options, Real Sociedad opted to bring in Wesley Gassova, a more dynamic profile.
The 20-year-old Brazilian winger can play on both flanks and stands out for his power and verticality. The objective is clear: to provide depth and flair in LaLiga right from the start.
From Al-Nassr to LaLiga, a strategic loan
Wesley Gassova belongs to Al-Nassr, a club he joined in 2024 after a high-profile transfer from Corinthians. His time in Saudi Arabia hasn't been as successful as expected, with modest statistics.
Nevertheless, at Anoeta, they believe his talent remains intact. The agreement involves a loan until the end of the season with a purchase option, a strategy that reduces risks and allows room for maneuver.

A signing with present and future
A U20 international with Brazil, Wesley Gassova was a standout in the last U20 World Cup. His market value has dropped, but Real Sociedad trusts in a clear revaluation if he adapts to LaLiga.
The club sees in him not only a temporary replacement but also a potential future investment. His continuity will depend on his performance and the scenario that unfolds with Kubo next summer.
Wesley Gassova, an opportunity that could change his career
For the player, this move represents a crucial opportunity to revitalize his career in Europe. Wesley Gassova wanted to test himself in a demanding league, and San Sebastián could be the ideal place.
Real Sociedad gains speed, flair, and a different attacking option. Wesley Gassova arrives quietly but with the challenge of proving himself from day one and earning a place in the future of the txuri-urdin project.
This news is an automatic translation. You can read the original news, La Real Sociedad quiere robarle una estrella al Al-Nassr
