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Overview
Weighted average of attribute scores for this role, position-adjusted. Standout attributes count more than weaknesses.
Attributes (grouped)
Mobility
Modest acceleration typical of a tall centre-back. (conf 0.45)
Adequate top speed, can be stretched by quick forwards. (conf 0.45)
Not especially nimble in tight turns. (conf 0.4)
Years of senior minutes at Athletic and Celta suggest solid endurance. (conf 0.45)
Control
Comfortable control receiving from the goalkeeper. (conf 0.45)
Rarely beats opponents with the ball. (conf 0.4)
Uses his 1.86 m frame to protect the ball. (conf 0.45)
Serviceable long clearances, not a shooting threat. (conf 0.35)
Distribution
Reliable in short build-up passing from Athletic's style. (conf 0.45)
Can switch play but not a standout distributor. (conf 0.4)
Crossing is not part of a centre-back's job. (conf 0.3)
Passing focuses on safe progression. (conf 0.4)
Chance threat
Occasional set-piece goal threat only. (conf 0.35)
Rarely shoots. (conf 0.3)
Moves to attack corners but not a major aerial outlet at set pieces. (conf 0.35)
No known dead-ball role. (conf 0.3)
Duels
Strong in the air and a reliable defensive header. (conf 0.5)
Competes well in duels, with good timing in the tackle. (conf 0.5)
Defense
Steps out when the team presses but does not lead it. (conf 0.4)
Reads passing lanes and intercepts well. (conf 0.45)
Disciplined line defender, rarely caught out of shape. (conf 0.5)
Mental
Calm on the ball, with Spain U21 and senior experience. (conf 0.45)
Safe game management, avoids risky passes. (conf 0.45)
Diligent defender who tracks runners. (conf 0.4)
Resilience
No verified injury record found; limited detail. (conf 0.25)
Outlook
Aged 29, near his peak as a solid squad centre-back. (conf 0.45)
Former Spain international and Athletic Bilbao regular, on loan from Celta. (conf 0.5)
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Scouting Report & Player Insights
Unai Núñez is a Spanish centre-back from Sestao who came through Athletic Bilbao's Lezama academy broke into the first team in 2017, with spells on loan at and later under contract with Celta Vigo. He is a tall, aerially strong and positionally disciplined defender who prefers clean build-up to risk. He joins Espanyol on loan from Celta for 2026-27. He won the UEFA European Under-21 Championship with Spain in 2019 and earned one senior cap.
Won the UEFA European Under-21 Championship with Spain in 2019.
Won the Supercopa de España with Athletic Bilbao in 2021.