Southampton Football Club can confirm that Juanmi has completed a permanent move to Real Sociedad for an undisclosed fee.

The 23-year-old signed for Saints last summer, moving to St Mary’s from Spanish club Málaga.

The Spain forward made two starts and 17 substitute appearances during his time on the south coast.

He now returns to La Liga, joining a Sociedad side that finished ninth in the table last season.

Southampton Football Club would like to thank Juanmi for his time at the club and wish him well for the future.