Key Takeaways:
- Takefusa Kubo scored in Real Sociedad’s 1-1 La Liga opener against Valencia on Saturday
- Real Sociedad have set a €60m release clause for Kubo, with his contract running until 2029
- Atletico Madrid, Tottenham Hotspur, and Paris Saint-Germain have all been linked with Kubo during this transfer window
Kubo’s Central Role and Recent Performances
Takefusa Kubo has taken up a commanding presence for Real Sociedad as they pursue a return to European competition this season. The Japanese international led the attack in their La Liga debut on Saturday, finding the net in a 1-1 draw with Valencia. Now aged 24, Kubo continues to attract significant attention from leading European clubs.
Contract Status and Transfer Market Stance
Although Kubo was considered a likely departure 18 months ago after an impressive run of form for La Real, the player chose to remain at the club, ultimately committing his future with a new contract valid until 2029. According to Diario AS, Real Sociedad have no plans to negotiate a lower fee for Kubo. They are set on recouping the full €60m stipulated in his release clause. Notably, Real Madrid are entitled to 50% of any future transfer fee, further incentivising Sociedad to hold their ground.
🚨 JUST IN: Atletico Madrid are interested in Takefusa Kubo.
If they pay his €60M release clause, Real Madrid would receive €30M. @marca pic.twitter.com/hB5AIt7E3N
— Madrid Zone (@theMadridZone) August 14, 2025
| Player | Age | Club | Contract until | Release Clause (€) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Takefusa Kubo | 24 | Real Sociedad | 2029 | 60,000,000 |
Interest from Europe’s Elite: Atletico, Spurs, and PSG
Kubo has been linked to several high-profile European suitors. Atletico Madrid remain interested this summer but show no willingness to reach Real Sociedad’s €60m valuation. Tottenham Hotspur, seeking reinforcements after missing out on Savio from Manchester City, have also registered their interest. Most recently, Paris Saint-Germain have been touted as potential pursuers of Kubo should Kang-In Lee depart the club.
Despite the significant resources available to both Spurs and PSG, finalising a move would require convincing Kubo to leave Real Sociedad. Questions regarding his playing opportunities at PSG under Luis Enrique, coupled with Tottenham’s recent move for Eberechi Eze, mean both clubs face substantial challenges in securing his signature.
