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Overview
Weighted average of attribute scores for this role, position-adjusted. Standout attributes count more than weaknesses.
Attributes (grouped)
Mobility
Average burst; relies on positioning and timing rather than speed. (conf 0.45)
Not a quick midfielder; covers ground through efficient running. (conf 0.4)
Compact 1.79m frame turns well in tight midfield spaces. (conf 0.4)
Sustains a high running load as an Osasuna and Alavés midfield regular. (conf 0.5)
Control
Reliable receiving under pressure in a midfield pivot role. (conf 0.45)
Sparing ball carrier who prefers to distribute quickly. (conf 0.45)
Protects possession well using body position in the pivot. (conf 0.45)
Decent striker; scored a decisive extra-time goal for Osasuna in the 2023 Copa del Rey. (conf 0.4)
Distribution
Safe, accurate circulation that keeps the midfield ticking. (conf 0.5)
Can change the point of attack, though not a creative range passer. (conf 0.45)
Delivery from wide is not part of his role. (conf 0.35)
Finds the simple, effective pass instead of the incisive one. (conf 0.4)
Chance threat
Low goal output: two goals in 86 Osasuna league and cup games. (conf 0.4)
Shoots rarely, picking moments from distance or late arrival. (conf 0.4)
Late arrivals into the box are occasional, mostly secondary. (conf 0.4)
No notable dead-ball or long-range shooting record. (conf 0.3)
Duels
Average for a 1.79m midfielder; wins his share in midfield duels. (conf 0.4)
Combative in duels, a core strength for a defensive midfielder. (conf 0.5)
Defense
Presses actively in Osasuna's and Alavés' intense out-of-possession shape. (conf 0.5)
Regularly breaks up play in front of the back line. (conf 0.5)
Disciplined screening of the centre-backs; reads danger well. (conf 0.5)
Mental
Calm in important moments, as in the 2023 Copa del Rey semi-final. (conf 0.45)
Makes low-risk, correct choices for a defensive midfielder. (conf 0.45)
Tireless energy, a defining trait through Osasuna and Alavés. (conf 0.5)
Resilience
No major injury record found; steady appearances since 2022. (conf 0.35)
Outlook
Age 28; mature player with limited headroom beyond his current level. (conf 0.4)
Proven LaLiga regular with a Copa del Rey final and a Basque Country cap. (conf 0.45)
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Scouting Report & Player Insights
Pablo Ibáñez is a Spanish defensive midfielder born in Pamplona who also operates as a central midfielder. He came up through the Navarre lower leagues with San Juan and Mutilvera before developing at Osasuna B and making his LaLiga debut with Osasuna in August 2022. He joined Alavés in June 2025 on a five-year contract and is a hard-working, combative pivot who screens the back line and keeps possession simple. He has also been capped by the Basque Country in a friendly.
Scored an extra-time goal for Osasuna to beat Athletic Club in the 2022-23 Copa del Rey semi-final.
Finished as a Copa del Rey runner-up with Osasuna in 2022-23.
Made his Basque Country debut in a friendly against Palestine on 15 November 2025.