Real Sociedad close to Esteban Granero capture?

Real Sociedad are reportedly close to signing Esteban Granero from Queens Park Rangers.

The 26-year-old, who joined the R's from Real Madrid last summer, is one of a number of players expected to leave Loftus Road following their relegation to the Championship.

According to Football Espana, the playmaker will take a pay cut to force through a move to the Spanish outfit, who finished fourth in La Liga last season.

It is believed that the deal will see La Real sign Grenaro on a season-long loan deal before making the move permanent next summer.