REAL SOCIEDAD are ready to launch a bid to take Dani Pacheco back to Spain – as Emiliano Insua’s move to Fiorentina hit a major stumbling block.
Pacheco has shot to prominence while starring for his country in the ongoing UEFA Under-19 European Championships in France. The 19-year-old netted his fourth goal of the tournament yesterday in helping Spain defeat England 3-1 in their semi-final clash.
Pacheco was signed by Liverpool from Barcelona in 2007 before breaking into the first team last season, going on to make seven appearances during an encouraging debut campaign.
However, the departure of Rafael Benitez has put the future of a number of players in doubt – particularly those brought over from Spain – with Sociedad now looking to take advantage of any uncertainty.
“Certainly Real Socieded are interested in Pacheco,” said Jokin Aperribay, the club’s chairman. “He is a player we have followed, but we do not know if we can realise this operation.”