Carlos Soler, currently on loan from Paris Saint-Germain to West Ham United, probably realized he needed a fresh start this summer to secure regular playing time. Seeing Spain win the UEFA Euro 2024 title may have further motivated him to get back on La Roja’s radar.
Several clubs expressed interest in Soler during the summer transfer window, but it was West Ham who secured his loan on the final day. The 27-year-old midfielder has made 13 appearances so far for a West Ham side currently struggling in 14th place in the Premier League.
In October, Claret and Hugh reported that the deal is strictly a loan, with no obligation for West Ham to buy. A senior London Stadium official confirmed: “Soler is just here on loan with no obligation for us to buy.”
Given his high wages and the significant fees PSG would demand, any deal exceeding £1million would require board approval, making a permanent transfer unlikely.
Carlos Soler remains cautious about his future
Soler will not stay at PSG, so his future is up in the air as to where he will play long term. Nevertheless, for now, he enjoys the opportunity to play in London and for a Premier League club, but his remarks sound like someone who wants to stay with the Hammers long term.
“I want to continue to gain confidence, playing matches and minutes, that’s what I love and what makes me happy,” Soler told Diario AS. “Living in a city like London is also wonderful. Paris, imagine that, Valencia, I won’t even mention it… But I’m very happy here, honestly.
“In the end, I came here on loan for a year to seize the opportunity. Playing in the Premier League, which may sound cliché but it’s true, is something I’ve wanted since I was a kid and I enjoy it. I really like it. Beyond that, I can’t tell you anything else.
Fichajes reports that Real Sociedad are already planning for the next summer transfer window, Carlos Soler appearing as a potential target. However, the La Liga club faces a major challenge.
PSG to have Reportedly priced Soler at around €20 million, which exceeds Real Sociedad’s current budget. The Spanish club’s management hopes to negotiate a lower fee, taking advantage of Soler’s limited role in PSG’s plans.