17 Spain Young Best Players of All Time

John Rizzo

Spain is a unique and vibrant country with a rich history and culture. It is a vibrant nation that is home to many young people who are eager to explore the world.

The country is known for its beautiful landscapes, delicious cuisine, and interesting culture. With its vibrant cities, stunning beaches, and diverse landscapes, Spain is a great destination for young people looking to explore and have new experiences.

From its exciting nightlife, lively festivals, and stunning architecture, there is something for everyone in Spain.

With its warm climate, welcoming locals, and amazing culture, Spain is sure to provide an unforgettable experience for any young person looking to make the most of their time abroad.

Table of Contents

1. Pedri

FC Barcelona

Pedri Career

  • 2015–2018: Juventud Laguna
  • 2018–2019: Las Palmas
  • 2019–2020: Las Palmas
  • 2020: Barcelona
  • 2019: Spain U17
  • 2019: Spain U18
  • 2020: Spain U19
  • 2020: Spain U21
  • 2021: Spain U23
  • 2021: Spain

Pedri is a Spanish midfielder who currently plays for Barcelona. Pedri started his career with La Liga side Tegueste, before moving to Las Palmas in 2018.

In 2019, Pedri made his senior debut for Barcelona in the Copa del Rey against Atlético Madrid. 

Pedri has also represented Spain at Under-16 and Under-17 level, as well as appearing for the U19s during their victorious campaign at UEFA European Championship this year.

Known for his powerful midfield play, Pedri is expected to be an important player for Barça over the coming seasons Pedri is a versatile footballer who can play as either an attacking midfielder or winger.

Pedri has represented Spain at both the U17 and U18 levels, before making his senior debut in 2020. The 21-year-old has since gone on to make four appearances for the national team, including one during the Olympic Games in 2020. 

Pedri is currently contracted to Las Palmas but is rumoured to be close to joining Barcelona in 2019/20 season. With solid performances in La Liga and European competition, Pedri looks set for a long international career ahead of him.

Also Played For: spanish fut, youth soccer

2. Vini Jr.

Brazil national football team

Vini Jr. Career

  • 2005–2017: Flamengo
  • 2017–2018: Flamengo
  • 2018: Real Madrid
  • 2018: Real Madrid 
  • 2015–2016: Brazil U15
  • 2016–2017: Brazil U17
  • 2018–2019: Brazil U20
  • 2019: Brazil

Vinícius Jr. is a winger for Real Madrid and was born in Brazil in 2000. He began his career with Flamengo before joining Real Madrid in 2018. Vinícius Jr has made 32 appearances for Real Madrid, scoring seven goals so far this season.

Vini Jr. is a Brazilian attacking midfielder who has played for both the Brazil U-17 and U-20 national teams. 

Vini Jr. was born in Rio de Janeiro on 4 December 1997, making him one of the youngest players to compete at a senior international level.

In 2018, he joined Spanish side Real Madrid B on loan from Brazilian club Flamengo until the end of the season; his performances with Real Madrid led to speculation linking him with moves away from Flamengo in 2019 and 2020. 

Vini Jr.'s pace, dribbling ability and passing accuracy have seen him compared favorably to former Fluminense player Rivaldo, while his hard work off the ball also sets him apart from many other midfielders.

While he has yet to make an appearance for Brazil's full international team - due largely to being ineligible for participation while still playing for Flamengo - Vini Jr.'s presence at youth levels has helped propel Brazil into contention for major tournaments such as Copa America and World Cup qualification.

Also Played For: brazil barcelona best football players, la liga

3. Gavi

FC Barcelona

Gavi Career

  • 2010–2013: La Liara
  • 2013–2015: Betis
  • 2015: Barcelona
  • 2021: Barcelona B
  • 2021: Barcelona
  • 2018–2020: Spain U15
  • 2019–2020: Spain U16
  • 2020–2021: Spain U18
  • 2021: Spain

Gavi was born in Spain on 5 August 2004. He started his career with La Liara before joining Betis in 2013. In 2015, he joined Barcelona and has since made over 100 appearances for the club.

Gavi is a central midfielder who usually plays as a deep-lying playmaker or defensive midfielder.

His trademark move is to curl one of his free kicks around the wall and into the top corner of the goal. Catalan media have labelled him "the new Xabi Alonso".

At 18 years old, Gavi has already racked up an impressive amount of experience playing at some of Europe's biggest clubs including Barcelona, Bayern Munich and Real Madrid among others. Gavi is a Spanish club that has had some success in the international stage.

The club was founded in 1921 and currently plays in La Liga, Spain's top football league. Gavi has won several trophies throughout its history, including the UEFA Nations League title in 2021. 

The team typically fields young players who are hoping to make an impact on the international stage down the road.

Gavi is known for its passionate fan base that comes out to support their team no matter what happens on the field.

Also Played For: , football manager 2021

4. James Rodríguez

Midfielder

James Rodríguez Career

  • 2001–2005: Academia Tolimense de Fútbol
  • 2005–2006: Envigado
  • 2006–2008: Envigado
  • 2008–2010: Banfield
  • 2010–2013: Porto
  • 2013–2014: Monaco
  • 2014–2020: Real Madrid
  • 2017–2019: Bayern Munich (loan)
  • 2020–2021: Everton
  • 2021–2022: Al-Rayyan
  • 2022: Olympiacos
  • 2007: Colombia U17
  • 2011: Colombia U20
  • 2011: Colombia

James Rodríguez is a Colombian attacking midfielder who currently plays for Olympiacos. James was born in 1991 and started his career with Academia Tolimense de Fútbol before moving to Envigado in 2006.

In 2008, he joined Banfield where he made 42 appearances over the course of two seasons. James signed for Bayern Munich in 2013 and helped them win the UEFA Champions League that same year. 

He left Bayern Munich after one season to join Monaco where he has since won Ligue 1 twice and played at the FIFA World Cup 2014™ Qualifier as well as the 2018 World Cup Finals tournament. 

James rejoined Olympiacos at the end of 2019 having already won two Greek Championships with them during his time away from Greece. 

At the international level, James has represented Colombia at both under-17s and under-20s levels before making his senior debut in 2012.

Also Played For: real madrid, super league greece

5. Iker Muniain

Spain national football team

Iker Muniain Career

  • 2000–2005: Txantrea
  • 2005–2009: Athletic Bilbao
  • 2009–2010: Bilbao Athletic
  • 2009: Athletic Bilbao
  • 2008: Spain U16
  • 2008–2009: Spain U17
  • 2010: Spain U19
  • 2011: Spain U20
  • 2011–2014: Spain U21
  • 2012: Spain U23
  • 2012–2019: Spain
  • 2010: Basque Country
  • *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 23:21, 29 December 2022 (UTC), ‡ National team caps and goals, correct as of 16

Iker Muniain is a Spanish winger currently playing for Athletic Bilbao. He started his career at Txantrea before signing with Athletic Bilbao in 2005. Muniain has played for Spain at youth level, and made his full international debut in 2012.

In 2014, he helped Athletic win the La Liga title and reach the Champions League Final. 

Muniain is considered to be one of the best players in Spain, and is widely regarded as one of the most promising young talents in world football Iker Muniain is a Spanish professional footballer who plays as a forward for Basque Country and the Spain national team.

Iker Muniain started his career at Athletic Bilbao, before moving to La Liga side Barcelona in 2009. After two seasons with Barcelona, he joined English club Manchester United on Deadline Day in 2011 for £18 million. 

He spent four years at United, winning Premier League titles in 2012 and 2013, but left the club after their unsuccessful defence of the title in 2014.

In 2019, Muniain signed for newly-promoted Bundesliga side Bayern Munich on a three-year contract worth €7 million per season; this followed his successful trial period with them earlier that year. 

Iker Muniain has won 40 caps for Spain since making his debut in 2008, scoring 10 goals including two during Euro 2016 which saw him win the Golden Boot trophy as Europe's top scorer.

Iker was born on October 3rd 1986 in Gernika (Gipuzkoa), Basque Country, son of former Athletic player Jokin Muniaín and Ana Otxoa Urizarra Etxegarayu. 

His paternal grandparents were from Vizcaya province while his maternal grandparents were from Navarre province.

Also Played For: spain national under-21 football team, athletic bilbao

6. Unai Simón

Spain national football team

Unai Simón Career

  • 2010–2011: Aurrerá Vitoria
  • 2011–2014: Athletic Bilbao
  • 2014–2016: Basconia
  • 2016–2018: Athletic Bilbao B
  • 2018: Athletic Bilbao
  • 2013: Spain U16
  • 2015: Spain U18
  • 2015–2016: Spain U19
  • 2017–2019: Spain U21
  • 2021: Spain U23
  • 2020: Spain

Unai Simón is a goalkeeper who currently plays for Athletic Bilbao. Unai was born in 1997 and started playing football at the young age of six with his local team, Aurrerá Vitoria.

After impressing during stints with Athletic's youth teams, Unai made his senior debut in 2016 and has been an important part of the club ever since. 

In 2018, he became the first Spaniard to win La Liga outright as Athletic Bilbao won their eleventh title in succession - a record which they hold alongside Barcelona.

Simón also represented Spain at U18 level before making his full international debut aged just 21 months old against Liechtenstein back in 2015. 

Outside of football, Unai likes spending time with family and friends and enjoys travelling - most notably enjoying visits to Italy where he loves sampling some of the country's delicious food.

When not involved in training or matches, you can often find Unai studying economics or business administration at university.

Also Played For: spain national football team, laliga

7. Williot Swedberg

Williot Swedberg Career

  • 2011: Sickla IF
  • 2011–2020: Hammar
  • 2020–2022: Hammar
  • 2020: IK Frej (loan)
  • 2021: Hammarby TFF 
  • 2022: Celta
  • 2019–2020: Sweden U17
  • 2021: Sweden U19
  • *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 30 May 2022, ‡ National team caps and goals, correct as of 18 December 2022

Williot Swedberg is a talented attacking midfielder who has been playing for Celta since the age of 16. He has made 19 appearances in all competitions for the La Liga side this season and scored one goal.

The 18-year-old was part of Sweden's under-21 team that reached the final of the European Championship last year, where they lost to France on penalties after a hard-fought match. 

Williot is likely to join top club Barcelona or Real Madrid during his career, but he is happy at Celta so far The 24-year-old defender has spent the last three years playing for Hammarby IF, where he has made 29 appearances and scored seven goals.

Swedberg is a Sweden international and played for their U17 side before being called up to the U19 squad in 2019. The defender has also had loan spells at IK Frej and Hammarby TFF during his time with the club, but hasn't featured for either side since early 2020. 

Williot Swedberg is expected to join Celta ahead of next season after rejecting offers from other Swedish clubs.

Also Played For: rc celta de vigo

8. Takefusa Kubo

RCD Mallorca

Takefusa Kubo Career

  • 2008–2009: FC Persimmon
  • 2008–2010: Tokyo Verdy
  • 2010–2011: Kawasaki Frontale
  • 2011–2015: Barcelona
  • 2015–2016: FC Tokyo
  • 2016–2018: FC Tokyo U-23
  • 2016–2019: FC Tokyo
  • 2018: Yokohama F. Marinos (loan)
  • 2019–2022: Real Madrid
  • 2019–2020: Mallorca (loan)
  • 2020–2021: Villarreal (loan)
  • 2021: Getafe (loan)
  • 2021–2022: Mallorca (loan)
  • 2022: Real Sociedad
  • 2015–2016: Japan U16
  • 2016–2017: Japan U17
  • 2016–2018: Japan U20
  • 2018: Japan U21
  • 2019: Japan U23
  • 2019: Japan

Kubo is a young Japanese winger who currently plays for Real Sociedad. Kubo made his senior debut with FC Tokyo in 2015, and has since played for Barcelona, Kawasaki Frontale, and now Real Sociedad.

Kubo is known for his explosive speed and crossing ability on the left wing, which has seen him score goals both at youth level and in senior football. 

Kubo will be looking to help his team secure their first La Liga title since 2012 this season as they compete against some of the best teams in Europe.

Takefusa Kubo is a Japanese football player who currently plays for FC Tokyo of the J-League. He has played for Japan at various youth levels, including appearances at the 2015 FIFA U-17 World Cup and 2017 AFC U-23 Championship qualifiers. 

Takefusa Kubo officially made his debut with FC Tokyo in March 2018, coming on as a substitute in a match against Sagan Tosu F.C.

In February 2019, he was loaned to Spanish side Mallorca until the end of the season. During his time with Mallorca, he scored five goals in three league matches before returning to FC Tokyo prior to their game against Albirex Niigata Avispa Fukuoka on 10 May 2019."

Takefusa Kubo signs new contract extension with FC Tokyo". Football Channel Asia.

17 May 2019. On 13 July 2020, it was announced that Takefusa Kubo had joined La Liga side Real Sociedad on an initial two year deal after impressing during pre-season. 

At international level, Takefuza Kuba represented Japan at under-16 and under-20 level before making his senior debut in October 2018 aged 22 years old playing against Cambodia in an international friendly match.

Also Played For: japan football team, real sociedad

9. Rodrygo

Brazil national football team

Rodrygo Career

  • 2011–2017: Santos
  • 2017–2019: Santos
  • 2019: Real Madrid B
  • 2019: Real Madrid
  • 2017–2018: Brazil U17
  • 2018–2019: Brazil U20
  • 2019: Brazil U23
  • 2019: Brazil
  • *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 19:24, 7 January 2023 (UTC), ‡ National team caps and goals, correct as of 18

Rodrygo is a Brazilian forward who currently plays for Real Madrid. He was born on 9 January 2001 in Osasco, Brazil and has since represented his country at youth level.

Rodrygo made his debut for Real Madrid in 2018 and quickly endeared himself to the club's fanbase with his dynamic playing style. 

In addition to football, Rodrygo is also involved in other sports such as track and field; he won gold medals at both the 2017 IAAF World U20 Championships and the 2016 Rio Paralympics games.

With an impressive young career under his belt, Rodrygo looks set to become one of Latin America's most successful footballers in years to come Rodrygo is an exciting young talent who has been impressing for Santos in Brazil's top division. 

Rodrygo has already made a name for himself with his performances at club level, and he will hope to take that form into international play soon.

He is known for his pace, dribbling ability, and passing range - all of which make him very difficult to defend against. 

It will be interesting to see how Rodrygo develops under the guidance of some of Europe's leading clubs over the next few years.

Also Played For: santos fc, brazil

10. Ferran Torres

FC Barcelona

Ferran Torres Career

  • 2006–2017: Valencia
  • 2016–2017: Valencia Mestalla
  • 2017–2020: Valencia
  • 2020–2022: Manchester City
  • 2022: Barcelona
  • 2016–2017: Spain U17
  • 2018–2019: Spain U19
  • 2019–2021: Spain U21
  • 2020: Spain

Ferran Torres is a Spanish forward who joined Barcelona in 2020. Torres was born in Foios, Spain in 2000 and started his career at Valencia. In 2017, Torres joined Manchester City on a six-year contract.

Torres has scored six goals in 71 appearances for Valencia. Ferran Torres signed for Barcelona in 2020 and has since made 12 appearances for the club. Torres is a deadly finisher with both feet and is known for his speed and strength.

Torres is a versatile forward who can play anywhere across the front three. Ferran Torres is a key player for Valencia and is hoping to help them achieve promotion to La Liga. Ferran Torres is a young and exciting forward with a bright future ahead of him.

Ferran Torres is a Spanish international footballer who has played for Spain at youth levels. Ferran Torres started his career with Valencia CF, before moving to Barcelona in 2016. 

Ferran Torres had a successful spell with Barcelona, winning several trophies with the club.

Ferran Torres left Barcelona in 2021 to join Spanish side Alaves. Ferran Torres has represented Spain at several youth levels, including the UEFA European Under-19 Championship.

UEFA European Under-17 Championship. Ferran Torres is currently with Alaves, where he is a key player.

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11. Ilaix Moriba

FC Barcelona Atlètic

Ilaix Moriba Career

  • 2008–2010: Espanyol
  • 2010–2019: Barcelona
  • 2019–2021: Barcelona B
  • 2021: Barcelona
  • 2021: RB Leipzig
  • 2022: Valencia (loan)
  • 2019: Spain U17
  • 2019: Spain U18
  • 2022: Guinea
  • *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 23:21, 11 February 2023 (UTC), ‡ National team caps and goals, correct as of 23

Ilaix Moriba was born in Conakry, Guinea on January 19th, 2003. He started his career at Espanyol in 2008, and made his senior debut in 2012. 

In 2013, Moriba joined RB Leipzig, where he made over 50 appearances and helped the club to the Bundesliga title in his first season.

He was loaned to Valencia in January of this year, and has since made an impact in La Liga. Moriba is a central midfielder, and is known for his technical ability and strong passing. 

Moriba is a regular for Guinea national team, and has represented his country at the U-17, U-20, and U-23 levels.

He is currently on loan at Valencia from RB Leipzig. Ilaix Moriba is a Spanish footballer who currently plays for Barcelona B in the Spanish Segunda Division B. He has also played for Valencia and RB Leipzig in the past. 

Moriba made his senior debut for Barcelona in 2019 and has since played for RB Leipzig on loan.

He has also represented Spain at underage level. Moriba is an attacking midfielder who is known for his pace and dribbling ability. Moriba is a product of Lorca FC and made his debut for the club in 2016. 

Moriba has been capped at youth level for Spain and represented them at the U17 and U18 European Championships. Moriba is a key player for Barcelona B, who are currently in second place in the Spanish Segunda Division B.

Moriba is a talented player and will be looking to improve on his performances in 2019–20. Moriba is a promising young footballer and has the potential to become a star in the future.

Also Played For: rb leipzig, valencia cf

12. Ansu Fati

FC Barcelona

Ansu Fati Career

  • 2009–2010: Herrera
  • 2010–2012: Sevilla
  • 2012–2019: Barcelona
  • 2019: Barcelona
  • 2019: Spain U21
  • 2020: Spain
  • *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 19:35, 5 February 2023 (UTC), ‡ National team caps and goals, correct as of 6 December 2022 (UTC)

Ansu Fati is a young forward who currently plays for Barcelona. Ansu Fati was born in Guinea-Bissau and has played for his country at youth level. 

Ansu Fati is a fast and powerful forward who is expected to make an impact for Barcelona in the coming seasons.

Ansu Fati is yet to make a significant impact for his country at senior level, but he is expected to do so in the future. 

Ansu Fati is a fast and powerful forward who is expected to make an impact for Barcelona in the coming seasons. Ansu Fati is a young forward with a lot of potential and is expected to make an impact for Barcelona in the coming seasons.

Ansu Fati is a fast and powerful forward who is expected to make an impact for Barcelona in the coming seasons. Ansu Fati is a versatile defender who has played for Barcelona since 2012. 

He has represented Spain at under-21 level and has been a regular in the team since his debut in 2019. Fati is known for his strong defending and quick reactions. He is also a threat on the ball, capable of creating chances for his team.

He is a hard-working player who is always looking to contribute to the team. Fati is a popular member of the Barcelona team and is highly rated by his peers. He is contracted to Barcelona until the end of the 2021 season. 

Fati is a regular in the Cameroon national team and has represented his country at several international tournaments. He is a promising defender with a bright future ahead.

Also Played For: football manager 2020, football manager 2022

13. Eric García

FC Barcelona

Eric García Career

  • 2008–2017: Barcelona
  • 2017–2019: Manchester City
  • 2018–2021: Manchester City
  • 2021: Barcelona
  • 2017: Spain U16
  • 2017–2018: Spain U17
  • 2019: Spain U19
  • 2019: Spain U21
  • 2021: Spain U23
  • 2020: Spain

Eric García is a Spanish footballer who currently plays for Barcelona. He was born on 9 January 2001 in Martorell, Spain. García is 1.82 metres tall and plays as a centre-back.

García started his career at Barcelona, before moving to Manchester City in 2017. García has represented Spain at youth level. García is currently contracted to Barcelona until 2021.

Eric García is a very talented footballer and is expected to be a mainstay for Barcelona for many years to come. He has already made 37 appearances for Barcelona during the 2021–22 season.

Eric García is a very exciting player to watch and is sure to be a success at Barcelona. Eric García is a Spanish football player who currently plays for Spain's U21 team. 

García has played for Spain at various youth levels and was a part of the team that competed at the 2020 Olympic Games.

García is a hard-working and versatile footballer who is capable of playing as a central defender or in midfield. 

García's versatility has seen him play for several teams in his career, including Sevilla, Valencia, Barcelona, and Real Madrid. García is an important part of the Spain team and is expected to be a key player for the future.

García is a talented player who is capable of making important contributions for his team. García is a hardworking footballer who is always looking to improve his game. 

García is a promising player who has the potential to become a top-level footballer. García is a talented and hardworking footballer who is expected to be a key player for Spain in the future.

14. Carles Aleñá

Midfielder

Carles Aleñá Career

  • 2005–2016: Barcelona
  • 2015–2018: Barcelona B
  • 2016–2021: Barcelona
  • 2020: Betis (loan)
  • 2021: Getafe (loan)
  • 2021: Getafe
  • 2012–2013: Spain U16
  • 2013–2015: Spain U17
  • 2015–2017: Spain U19
  • 2019–2020: Spain U21
  • *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 19:23, 8 May 2022 (UTC)

Carles Aleñá is a central midfielder who currently plays for Getafe. Aleñá made his senior debut for Barcelona B in 2017. Aleñá was born in Mataró, Spain in 1998.

Aleñá is 1.80 m (5 ft 11 in) tall. Aleñá has represented Spain at youth level. Aleñá is a regular for Barcelona B. Aleñá is expected to join Getafe in the summer of 2018.

Aleñá is a promising central midfielder with great potential. Carles Aleñá is a talented young player who is set to play a major part in the future of Spanish football. 

Carles Aleñá is a Spanish footballer who plays as a midfielder for Barcelona and the Spain national team.

Carles Aleñá started his career at hometown club Barcelona, before joining La Liga giants Atlético Madrid in 2016. 

Aleñá made his senior Barcelona debut in 2015 and has since become an important part of the side. Aleñá has represented Spain at U-16, U-17, U-19, and U-21 levels.

He is a regular in the Spain side and has won three caps to date. In 2020, Aleñá joined Spanish second tier side Betis on a season-long loan. 

Aleñá is a naturally offensive player and is often tasked with creating chances for his team-mates. He is a key part of the Barcelona side, and is expected to continue playing for the club for many years to come.

Carles Aleñá is one of the most exciting young midfielders in Europe and is sure to continue gaining recognition in the coming years.

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15. Pedro Porro

Tottenham Hotspur F.C.

Pedro Porro Career

  • 2008–2015: Gimnástico Don Benito
  • 2015–2017: Rayo Vallecano
  • 2017–2018: Girona
  • 2017–2018: Peralada
  • 2017–2019: Girona
  • 2019–2022: Manchester City
  • 2019–2020: Valladolid (loan)
  • 2020–2022: Sporting CP (loan)
  • 2022: Sporting CP
  • 2023: Tottenham Hotspur (loan)
  • 2019–2020: Spain U21
  • 2021: Spain

As a young player, Pedro Porro played for Gimnástico Don Benito and Rayo Vallecano. In 2017, he joined Girona on a season-long loan. He made his senior debut for Sporting CP in the Portuguese Liga in 2019.

Porro is currently on loan at Tottenham Hotspur in the English Premier League. He has been praised for his attacking play and speed. 

He is expected to feature prominently for Sporting CP in the 2021–22 season. Pedro Porro is Spanish and has represented his country at youth levels. He is 23 years old. He has a right back/right winger position. 

Pedro Porro is a Spanish midfielder who currently plays for Sporting CP. He started his career at his hometown club Peralada before joining Girona in 2017.

He was a part of the Spain U21 side that won the UEFA Nations League in 2021. Porro has also played for Manchester City and Tottenham Hotspur on loan. He is currently contracted to Sporting CP until 2022.

Also Played For: football right back, sporting cp

16. Giorgi Mamardashvili

Giorgi Mamardashvili Career

  • 2010–2012: Gagra
  • 2012–2018: Dinamo Tbilisi
  • 2018–2021: Dinamo Tbilisi
  • 2019: Rustavi (loan)
  • 2020–2021: Locomotive Tbilisi (loan)
  • 2021: Valencia
  • 2016: Georgia U17
  • 2019-2021: Georgia U21
  • 2021: Georgia
  • *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 18 November 2022, ‡ National team caps and goals, correct as of 18 November 2022

Mamardashvili is a goalkeeper who currently plays for Valencia. Mamardashvili started his career with Dinamo Tbilisi and made his senior debut in 2017. Mamardashvili has represented Georgia at youth level and was a part of the team that won the U17 World Cup in 2017.

Mamardashvili is a promising goalkeeper and is expected to play an important role for Valencia in the future. Mamardashvili is a versatile midfielder who can play in any position on the pitch. 

He started his career at Georgian side Gorica, before moving to Spanish side Albacete in 2012. Mamardashvili then signed for Dinamo Tbilisi in 2018, helping the club to promotion to the top tier of Georgian football. 

The midfielder has made a number of appearances for the Georgian national team, including in the 2016 European Championship. Mamardashvili is set to join Valencia in the summer of 2021.

The midfielder is a hard-working player who is capable of scoring goals as well as creating chances for his team-mates. Mamardashvili is a versatile player who can play in any midfield position, and is well-suited to playing in a more defensive role. 

He is a highly-rated player, and is expected to be a key player for Valencia in the future. Mamardashvili is a versatile midfielder who is well-known for his excellent ball control and passing ability.

17. Cristhian Mosquera

Cristhian Mosquera Career

  • 2013: Carolinas
  • 2013–2016: Hércules
  • 2016–2021: Valencia
  • 2021: Valencia B
  • 2021: Valencia
  • 2018–2019: Spain U15
  • 2019: Spain U16
  • 2021–2022: Spain U18
  • 2022: Spain U19
  • *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 18 January 2023, ‡ National team caps and goals, correct as of 25 October 2022

Cristhian Mosquera is a Spanish centre back who currently plays for Valencia B. Mosquera was born on 27 June 2004 in Alicante, Spain. Mosquera has played for Carolinas youth teams since 2013.

Mosquera is 1.88 metres tall and is a regular for Valencia B. Mosquera is a central defender and has represented Spain at youth level. Mosquera is contracted to Valencia B until 2020. Mosquera is a regular for the Spanish national team at youth level.

Mosquera is a versatile defender who can play at centre back or right back. Mosquera is expected to be a key player for Valencia B in the future. 

Cristhian Mosquera was born on 1 January 1994 in Zaragoza, Aragon, Spain. Mosquera started his career with Hércules, where he made his debut in the 2013–2016 season.

Mosquera left Hércules in the 2016–2021 season to join Valencia. Mosquera has made 11 appearances for Valencia in the league and 8 appearances for Valencia in the cup. 

Mosquera has also made 2 appearances for Spain U16 and Spain U18. Mosquera is currently contracted to Valencia until 2021.

Final Words

Spain has a long and successful footballing history, with many top players coming through its ranks over the years.

Some of the best young players in Spain include Isco, Thiago Alcantara, and David Silva, and the country is well-represented at the senior level with players such as Xavi, Iniesta, and Messi.

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John Rizzo

I am a professional rugby player in the Washington DC-Baltimore area. I have been playing rugby for over 10 years and have had the opportunity to play in many different countries. I am also a coach for both youth and adult rugby teams. I graduated from Johns Hopkins University with a degree in Sports Management and Marketing. I am currently working on my MPA from American University and plan to pursue this career path after graduating next year. LinkedIn

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