Takefusa Kubo has finally had his breakthrough in La Liga.

Real Sociedad acquired Kubo from Real Madrid in the summer 2022, and now his talent is on display.

In 2019, many were surprised when Real Madrid signed an 18-year-old Japanese player from FC Tokyo, Takefusa Kubo. He was a player scouted by Madrid, and in his first year, he was loaned to Mallorca, where he had a decent season with 4 goals and 4 assists in 35 matches. Subsequently, he had loan spells at Villarreal and Getafe without much success before returning to Mallorca, where he couldn't replicate his initial season's performance.

His performances weren't sufficient to secure playing time at Real Madrid, leading the club to sell him in the summer of 2022 to Real Sociedad, where his career has taken off. Last season, he delivered at a high level, playing a crucial role as Sociedad finished in the top 4, earning a spot in the Champions League this year. With 9 goals and 4 assists in La Liga last season, it was his best season as a senior player.

Takefusa Kubo has started this season in a superb manner, and he is now a player who has truly made his breakthrough in La Liga. It didn't happen for him at Real Madrid this time, but the latest rumors suggest that Madrid is keeping a close eye on Kubo because they are impressed with his development. Additionally, there are reports of a buy-back clause that could be activated.

Takefusa Kubo in La Liga 2023/24: 
◉ 8 games
◉ 5 goals
◉ 1 assist
◉ 14 shots 
◉ 6 shots on target
◉ 13 chances created 

Takefusa Kubo is in the right place for him at the moment. He plays for a club where he receives significant trust, competes at the top of La Liga, and this season in the Champions League. At only 22, Kubo has already played for several clubs, gaining valuable experience. Therefore, he should continue his development at Sociedad, refining his game season after season, and it's likely that interest from bigger clubs will come in the future.