Unai Simón Mendibil is a professional football player from Spain who currently plays as a goalkeeper. He was born on June 11, 1997, making him 28 years old as of mid-2026. His place of birth is Vitoria-Gasteiz, located in the Basque Country.
He holds Spanish citizenship. Physically, he is 1.90 meters tall, which is a standard height for modern goalkeepers. He is represented by the agency CAA Stellar.
| Detail | Data |
|---|---|
| Full Name | Unai Simón |
| Date of Birth | June 11, 1997 |
| Age | 28 |
| Place of Birth | Vitoria-Gasteiz |
| Height | 1.90 m |
| Citizenship | Spain |
| Position | Goalkeeper |
| Agent | CAA Stellar |
Professional Club Status and Market Valuation
Unai Simón is currently affiliated with Athletic Club, a team in the Spanish LaLiga. This competition is categorized as a First Tier league level.
He officially joined the senior team on July 1, 2018. His current contract with the club is set to expire on June 30, 2029. As of the last update on December 12, 2025, his market value is estimated at €25.00 million.
| Category | Information |
|---|---|
| Current Club | Athletic Club |
| League | LaLiga |
| Joined Date | July 1, 2018 |
| Contract Expiration | June 30, 2029 |
| Current Market Value | €25.00 m |
| Last Value Update | December 12, 2025 |
Detailed Performance Statistics for the 2025/2026 Season
During the 25/26 season, Unai Simón participated primarily in LaLiga. He made a total of 37 appearances throughout the campaign.
In these matches, he accumulated 3,330 minutes on the field. From a defensive standpoint, he conceded 54 goals. He recorded 6 clean sheets and received 1 yellow card. All 37 of these appearances were in the goalkeeper position.
| Metric | LaLiga 25/26 Season Totals |
|---|---|
| Appearances | 37 |
| Goals Conceded | 54 |
| Clean Sheets | 6 |
| Yellow Cards | 1 |
| Red Cards | 0 |
| Minutes Played | 3,330′ |
Comprehensive Career Statistics by Club
Unai Simón’s career is defined by his long-term tenure at Athletic Bilbao and his time in their reserve system at Bilbao Athletic. His stats show a high volume of matches for the senior side.
- Athletic Bilbao: He has played 264 matches for the first team. In these games, he conceded 291 goals and achieved 83 clean sheets.
- Bilbao Athletic: During his time with the B-team, he appeared in 63 matches. He conceded 49 goals and kept 29 clean sheets.
- Athletic Bilbao UEFA U19: He has 1 appearance where he conceded 1 goal.
| Club | Matches | Goals Conceded | Clean Sheets |
|---|---|---|---|
| Athletic Bilbao | 264 | 291 | 83 |
| Bilbao Athletic | 63 | 49 | 29 |
| Athletic Bilbao UEFA U19 | 1 | 1 | 0 |
Performance Data by Competition
Simón has played across various domestic and international tournaments throughout his professional career. The majority of his experience is in the Spanish top flight.
- LaLiga: He has 237 total appearances in this competition, conceding 251 goals and earning 75 clean sheets.
- 2ª B – Grupo II: He played 58 matches, conceding 41 goals with 28 clean sheets.
- Copa del Rey: In the Spanish domestic cup, he has 12 appearances, 13 goals conceded, and 5 clean sheets.
- UEFA Champions League: He has played 8 matches, conceding 14 goals with 2 clean sheets.
- Supercopa: He appeared in 6 matches, conceding 13 goals.
- Minor Competitions: He also has appearances in the Premier League International Cup U21 (3 matches), Promoción a LaLiga2 (2 matches), Europa League (1 match), and UEFA Youth League (1 match).
| Competition | Appearances | Goals Conceded | Clean Sheets |
|---|---|---|---|
| LaLiga | 237 | 251 | 75 |
| 2ª B – Grupo II | 58 | 41 | 28 |
| Copa del Rey | 12 | 13 | 5 |
| UEFA Champions League | 8 | 14 | 2 |
| Supercopa | 6 | 13 | 0 |
| Premier League Int. Cup U21 | 3 | 5 | 0 |
| Promoción a LaLiga2 | 2 | 3 | 1 |
| Europa League | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| UEFA Youth League | 1 | 1 | 0 |
National Team Career and International Experience
Unai Simón is a regular for the Spain national football team. He made his debut for the senior squad on October 10, 2020. Since then, he has earned 57 caps. He has also represented his country at various youth and Olympic levels.
- Spain Senior Team: 57 caps, 0 goals.
- Spain Olympic Team: He debuted on July 21, 2021, and played 6 matches.
- Spain U23: He appeared in 1 match, debuting on July 16, 2021.
- Spain U21: He played 13 matches after debuting on August 31, 2017.
- Spain U19: He recorded 13 appearances.
- Spain U18: He debuted on February 5, 2015, and played 4 matches.
- Spain U16: He has 1 appearance, with a debut date of March 6, 2013.
| National Team Level | Debut Date | Caps | Goals |
|---|---|---|---|
| Spain (Senior) | 10/11/2020 | 57 | 0 |
| Spain Olympic Team | 21/07/2021 | 6 | 0 |
| Spain U23 | 16/07/2021 | 1 | 0 |
| Spain U21 | 31/08/2017 | 13 | 0 |
| Spain U19 | – | 13 | 0 |
| Spain U18 | 05/02/2015 | 4 | 0 |
| Spain U16 | 06/03/2013 | 1 | 0 |
Historical Progression and Development
The career of Unai Simón shows a steady progression from youth levels to becoming the primary choice for both his club and country.
His first recorded international appearance at the U16 level was in 2013, indicating over a decade of involvement in the national setup.
His transition to the Athletic Bilbao first team in 2018 marked the start of his tenure as a top-tier goalkeeper.
With a contract extending to 2029, he remains a long-term asset for Athletic Club. His market value of €25 million reflects his established status in the professional game.
