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Overview
Weighted average of attribute scores for this role, position-adjusted. Standout attributes count more than weaknesses.
Attributes (grouped)
Mobility
Quick out of blocks to support overlaps, though age has trimmed his burst. (conf 0.6)
Decent recovery pace for a veteran full-back but no longer a standout sprinter. (conf 0.55)
Comfortable changing direction to track wingers in tight spaces. (conf 0.55)
Built for repeated up-and-down running typical of Athletic's wide roles. (conf 0.55)
Control
Reliable control under pressure for a defensive full-back profile. (conf 0.5)
Can carry the ball forward but not a primary dribbling threat. (conf 0.5)
Uses frame effectively to protect the ball down the touchline. (conf 0.5)
Modest long-range striking, rarely a shooting outlet. (conf 0.45)
Distribution
Solid combination play in Athletic's structured build-up. (conf 0.55)
Adequate switches of play but not a chief distributor. (conf 0.5)
One of his more consistent tools, delivering from wide right areas. (conf 0.6)
Functional awareness rather than a creative standout. (conf 0.5)
Chance threat
Occasional goal threat but not a regular scorer from full-back. (conf 0.45)
Picks his rare shooting moments sensibly given limited output. (conf 0.45)
Times overlapping runs well within Athletic's wide rotations. (conf 0.5)
Not a designated set-piece taker in Athletic's squad. (conf 0.4)
Duels
Competent but undersized for a full-back in aerial duels. (conf 0.45)
Combative one-on-one defender who commits to tackles. (conf 0.55)
Defense
Energetic presser fitting Athletic's aggressive defensive scheme. (conf 0.55)
Active interceptor along the flank, disrupts wide attacks. (conf 0.5)
Experienced positional sense from many seasons at right-back. (conf 0.5)
Mental
Rarely rattled given long tenure in a high-pressure derby environment. (conf 0.5)
Generally sound choices reflecting years of top-flight experience. (conf 0.5)
Tireless shuttling between defensive and attacking phases. (conf 0.55)
Resilience
Career marked by multiple serious knee injuries limiting availability. (conf 0.6)
Outlook
Squad veteran in his early thirties with limited further upside. (conf 0.55)
Well known to Athletic and LaLiga fans as a loyal one-club servant. (conf 0.55)
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Scouting Report & Player Insights
Iñigo Lekue is a veteran Athletic Bilbao right-back known for his energetic overlapping runs, combative defending, and decent crossing ability down the flank. A product of the Lezama academy, he has spent his entire senior career at San Mamés, though repeated serious knee injuries have interrupted his development and limited his consistency. Now in a squad role, he offers experience, tactical discipline, and versatility across the right side of defense and midfield.
Has spent essentially his entire senior career at Athletic Bilbao after coming through the club's youth system.
Has had his career disrupted by injuries.