it was announced over the weekend that Jokin Aperribay has replaced Inaki Badiola after recieving the majority vote during the first meeting by the new Board of Directors. News has been met with mixed responces as Badiola was very popular with the fans but Aperrinbay will remain for a maximum of two and a half years until new elections are held at the end of the bankruptsy process.

With the Real Sociedad squad currently enjoying their festive break it will be back to business on Monday as the squad returns to training in preparation for the 4th January game away to Cordoba. To keep the players match fit they will have a double-session on Tuesday followed by a friendly against local rivals SD Eibar on Wednesday (new years eve.

"Our challenge is the survival of the Real Sociedad". The sharp and straight to the point words from the Real Sociedad President today as he spoke to the press with Councilor Jesus Ruiz and the lawyer Jose Luis Martinez, an expert in bankruptcy proceedings. He began by stating three key messages he considers to be most important - economic survival, social cohesion and maximum support to staff and the technical team.

"Our challenge is the survival of the Real Sociedad". The sharp and straight to the point words from the Real Sociedad President today as he spoke to the press with Councilor Jesus Ruiz and the lawyer Jose Luis Martinez, an expert in bankruptcy proceedings. He began by stating three key messages he considers to be most important - economic survival, social cohesion and maximum support to staff and the technical team.