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Overview
Weighted average of attribute scores for this role, position-adjusted. Standout attributes count more than weaknesses.
Attributes (grouped)
Mobility
Gets up and down the right flank, as expected of a modern full-back (conf 0.32)
Reasonable pace for a full-back, with no reported standout speed (conf 0.32)
Competent change of direction for a young full-back, no unusual reports (conf 0.3)
Played full seasons on loan at several clubs, showing strong endurance (conf 0.35)
Control
Comfortable receiving at full-back, a product of Real Madrid's academy (conf 0.3)
Carries the ball short distances, not a primary dribbler (conf 0.28)
Light-framed full-back with little reported hold-up strength (conf 0.28)
Straightforward striker of the ball, with little goal threat (conf 0.28)
Distribution
Passes simply and accurately, shaped by a major academy (conf 0.32)
Rarely asked to switch play from the full-back position (conf 0.28)
Provides width and delivery on the right from full-back (conf 0.32)
Sees simple options in advanced wide positions, with creativity unproven (conf 0.28)
Chance threat
Occasional goals in the lower divisions but not a finisher (conf 0.28)
Seldom shoots, preferring to cross or pass (conf 0.28)
Joins the attack with overlapping runs on the right (conf 0.3)
No documented role on free kicks or other set-piece shooting (conf 0.25)
Duels
Average in the air for a full-back, with no standout heading record (conf 0.28)
Holds up adequately in one-on-ones, tested on loan at third and second-tier level (conf 0.32)
Defense
Works up and down the flank with consistent pressing effort (conf 0.32)
Breaks up play adequately without being an outstanding tackler (conf 0.3)
Positionally sound after academy training at Real Madrid and Celta (conf 0.32)
Mental
Composed enough on the ball in lower divisions, less proven in LaLiga (conf 0.3)
Reasonable choices at lower level, with LaLiga experience still limited (conf 0.28)
Hard-working full-back trusted as a starter through several loan spells (conf 0.35)
Resilience
No notable injury record found, but little public information available (conf 0.2)
Outlook
At 24 he has room to improve once he gets regular top-flight minutes (conf 0.32)
Few LaLiga appearances so far, a developing squad player (conf 0.35)
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Scouting Report & Player Insights
Javi Rueda is a Spanish right-back born in Alozaina, Málaga, who came through Málaga and Puerto Malagueño before joining Real Madrid's La Fábrica academy in 2018. After loans at San Sebastián de los Reyes and Real Murcia, he signed with Celta Vigo in July 2023, started with the reserves and made his La Liga debut off the bench in May 2024. A season on loan at Albacete in the Segunda División followed in 2024-25, and he is now a squad option at right-back in Vigo. He is a still-developing defender with limited top-flight experience.
Made his La Liga debut on 26 May 2024, replacing Kevin Vázquez in a 2-2 home draw against Valencia.
Joined Real Madrid's La Fábrica academy in 2018 after representing Málaga CF and Puerto Malagueño.