Nayef Aguerd, the 29-year-old Moroccan international center-back, was loaned to Real Sociedad for the 2024-2025 season from West Ham United. During his loan, he played around 34 starts in 36 matches in La Liga, showcasing his defensive prowess in one of Europe’s toughest leagues. At the beginning of July 2025, Real Sociedad announced the end of Aguerd’s loan and thanked him for his contribution.
Although Aguerd expressed a desire to remain in Spain, West Ham has set a transfer fee close to €25 million, which complicates a permanent move. Several prominent European clubs, including Juventus, AS Roma, and Olympique de Marseille, have shown interest, but the price tag may deter some suitors.
With over 50 caps for Morocco, Aguerd is known for his defensive solidity, aerial ability, and positional sense. His loan spell in Spain was a vital step in gaining experience at a high competitive level. His future will likely be decided soon, between a substantial permanent transfer or a return to West Ham, where he is currently not in the manager’s plans.
For Real Sociedad, the loan was a temporary reinforcement; for Aguerd, securing a new club to continue his career at the highest European level remains the priority.
