Real Madrid recall Martin Odegaard from Real Sociedad

Real Madrid have recalled Martin Odegaard from his loan spell at Real Sociedad.

The two clubs had verbally agreed that the Norwegian midfielder would spend two seasons in San Sebastian, but LaLiga rules mean a player can only sign for one year.

Madrid's recent Champions League exit at the hands of Manchester City and the financial effects of Covid-19 have brought about a rethink at the Santiago Bernabeu and with no money for new signings this summer, Los Blancos have decided to bring back the 21-year-old.

"I have lived incredible moments with this shirt — my first game at Reale Arena, my first goal, our qualification for Europe and much more," Odegaard said in a video posted by Real Sociedad on social media.

"You have made me feel like just another canterano (academy graduate) with all the affection on the field and off the field every day.

"I will never forget. I wish the best for the club, the coach and my team-mates.”

Real Sociedad also paid tribute to the Norwegian in a post confirming his exit.

"It's difficult to leave such an impression in such a short amount of time," the Basque club wrote on Twitter.

"We wish you the best. Thank you, Martintxo."