Name: Aritz Elustondo

Basic information:

• Full name: Aritz Elustondo Gurrutxaga
• Date of birth: 25 September 1994
• Place of birth: Beasain, Gipuzkoa, Basque Country, Spain
• Nationality: Spanish
• Height: about 1.78 m (5 ft 10 in)
• Preferred foot: Right

Position: Primarily a right-back; can also play as a central defender or right wing-back when required.

Club career (overview):

• Youth product of Real Sociedad's academy (Zubieta).
• Made senior debut with Real Sociedad B and progressed to the first team.
• Made his first-team breakthrough in the 2016–2017 season and has been a regular member of the squad since, featuring in La Liga and Copa del Rey matches.
• Known for defensive solidity, positional awareness, and ability to contribute to build-up play from the right flank.

Notable achievements and facts:

• Has been part of Real Sociedad through domestic league campaigns and European competitions when the club qualified (UEFA Europa League/UEFA Europa Conference League depending on season).
• Representative of the club's Basque academy tradition—homegrown player who rose through Zubieta.
• Often praised for consistency, work rate, and tactical intelligence under various managers.

Recent status (as of 2024): Still associated with Real Sociedad and has continued to appear for the first team; used as a regular squad member mainly at right-back. For the most up-to-date appearance, transfer, injury, or contract information, consult the club’s official site or a live sports database, since squad situations change season to season.