Jon Aramburu: LaLiga Full-Back Attracting Premier League Interest

Jon Aramburu has become the latest LaLiga full-back to light up Premier League scouting reports – and some of England’s biggest clubs are circling.

Liverpool and Manchester City are among a growing group of admirers tracking the Real Sociedad defender, with multiple Premier League sides ramping up their checks on the Venezuela international throughout 2026.

La Real’s defensive pillar drawing English eyes

At 24, Aramburu has quietly turned himself into one of LaLiga’s most highly regarded full-backs. He is a defender by instinct, not a winger converted into the role, and that shows. One-on-one, he relishes the duel. Coaches and scouts alike have been struck by how rarely he gets beaten in direct battles.

He is not just a stopper, though. Aramburu has the engine and quality to push on, overlap and contribute in the final third, giving him the kind of balance that top clubs now demand from their full-backs.

His versatility only sharpens the appeal. Naturally a right-back, the Venezuelan can also switch to the left when required, a trait that has not gone unnoticed in recruitment meetings across England.

The result? A significant uptick in Premier League scouting presence at Real Sociedad games this year, with Aramburu’s name now a regular fixture in reports landing on sporting directors’ desks.

Man City and Liverpool step up interest

Manchester City are among those who have taken a close look. As they weigh up long-term options at right-back, the champions have carried out detailed checks on Aramburu.

City explored several possibilities in the summer window, including Chelsea’s Malo Gusto and Tottenham Hotspur’s Tino Livramento. Aramburu was on that same list of targets, his defensive reliability and ability to operate on either flank putting him firmly in contention as they survey the market.

Liverpool have also moved beyond the casual-watch stage. The Anfield club have been combing the full-back market, and internal feedback on Aramburu has been described as hugely positive. His defensive strength and positional flexibility fit neatly with what Liverpool’s recruitment team value in the role.

They are not alone. Tottenham, Newcastle United, Everton and Fulham all ran the rule over Aramburu during the summer, as interest in his services spread across the Premier League.

That attention underlines how far he has come. From Deportivo La Guaira to Real Union and then Real Sociedad’s B team, Aramburu has climbed every rung. Now he is an established and important figure at La Real, and one of the most closely watched full-backs outside England.

£50m clause sets the bar

Real Sociedad tied Aramburu down until 2030, a contract that gives the Basque club a strong hand in any negotiations. They are under no pressure to sell.

But there is a clear route out for any club willing to pay. His deal includes a release clause of around £50 million, a figure that offers a transparent benchmark for potential bidders and removes any guesswork over his price.

Manchester City have already completed their checks as they continue to weigh up their right-back options. Liverpool, too, have assessed the player in depth and received consistently strong reports.

With Tottenham, Newcastle, Everton and Fulham having also monitored him, the stage is set for serious competition if any of those clubs decide to turn scouting interest into a formal offer.

For now, Aramburu remains committed to Real Sociedad and focused on his role in LaLiga. But with his reputation rising and a defined release clause in place, Premier League recruitment teams know exactly where to look – and exactly what it will cost – if they decide he is the next full-back to bring across the channel.