Elche CF Squad — Players, Numbers, Age & Previous Clubs

1 GK

Mariano Dituro

NationalityArgentina

Age39 (1987-05-08)

Height / Weight191cm / 86kg

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Previous ClubsCelta de Vigo, Fatih Karagümrük, Universidad Católica, Bolívar, Antofagasta, Jorge Wilstermann, Deportivo Alavés

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An experienced Argentine goalkeeper who won the Zamora Trophy in Segunda in 2024-25, contributing to the team's promotion. An excellent shot-stopper with sharp reflexes and strong command of high balls. Brings international experience from playing in South America, Turkey, and beyond.

13 GK

Alejandro Ramos

NationalitySpain

Age22 (2004-02-18)

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Previous ClubsAtzeneta

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A goalkeeper from Spain. Joined Elche CF after spells with Atzeneta.

40 GK

O. Bosch

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43 GK

Alejandro Iturbe

NationalitySpain

Age23 (2003-09-02)

Height / Weight186cm / 74kg

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Previous ClubsAtlético Madrid

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A promising young goalkeeper from Atletico Madrid's academy, selected for the Spain U-21 squad. Has been training with the first team since the age of 14. A modern keeper with excellent reflexes and shot-stopping ability.

- GK

Diego Sanchez

NationalitySpain

Age18 (2008-02-04)

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Previous ClubsElche

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A goalkeeper from Spain. Joined Elche CF after spells with Elche.

3 DF

R. Revivo

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Age23 (2003-05-22)

Height / Weight183cm / 68kg

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4 DF

Brahim Diaby

NationalityFrance

Age36 (1989-12-03)

Height / Weight175cm / 68kg

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A French centre-back whose main assets are physical strength and one-on-one defending. Brings stability to Elche's backline while also excelling in aerial duels.

6 DF

Bigas

NationalitySpain

Age36 (1990-05-15)

Height / Weight181cm / 83kg

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Previous ClubsSD Eibar, UD Las Palmas, RCD Mallorca, CD Atlético Baleares

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A long-serving veteran centre-back and spiritual leader at Elche. As a left-footed defender, he excels in aerial duels and demonstrates excellent positional awareness. A mentor figure who channels his extensive La Liga experience into developing younger players.

18 DF

John Nwankwo

NationalityNigeria

Age25 (2000-09-25)

Height / Weight182cm / 78kg

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Previous ClubsVillarreal

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A centre-back born in Murcia with Nigerian roots, developed through Villarreal's academy before joining Elche. Combines strong one-on-one defending with pace, establishing himself as a key figure in the team's backline.

22 DF

David Affengruber

NationalityAustria

Age25 (2001-03-19)

Height / Weight185cm / 79kg

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Previous ClubsSturm Graz, Red Bull Salzburg, FC Liefering

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A young centre-back who won the Austrian Bundesliga with both Salzburg and Sturm Graz. Stands out for his quick decision-making and build-up ability, rapidly developing into a standout performer in La Liga. Has attracted interest from Atletico Madrid and Manchester United.

22 DF

Rubén Sánchez

NationalitySpain

Age25 (2001-02-04)

Height / Weight185cm / 73kg

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Previous ClubsGranada, CD Mirandés

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A right-back from Espanyol's academy who developed through loan spells at Mirandes and Granada. Demonstrates growth on both sides of the ball, with forward drive and high work rate as his main weapons, complemented by effective high pressing.

23 DF

Víctor Chust

NationalitySpain

Age26 (2000-03-05)

Height / Weight182cm / 77kg

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Previous ClubsCádiz, Real Madrid, Real Madrid Castilla

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A centre-back from Real Madrid's academy on loan from Cadiz, who was called up to the first team under Zinedine Zidane. Brings stability to the backline with his composed reading of the game and left-footed build-up play.

26 DF

Matia Barzic Gutiérrez

NationalitySpain

Age22 (2004-05-31)

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Previous ClubsElche, Eldense, Cultural Leonesa

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A defender born in 2004 from the club's academy who gained minutes on loan at Eldense and Cultural Leonesa.

31 DF

David Delgado

NationalitySpain

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A young centre-back from Elche's academy who made his first-team debut in the Copa del Rey. Contributes to the team with fundamentally sound defending. A promising prospect for the future.

33 DF

P. Felipe

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A young defender in the first-team squad, at the stage of accumulating experience.

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A. Miralles

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2 MF

Buba Sangaré

NationalitySpain

Age19 (2007-08-06)

Height / Weight183cm / 75kg

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Previous ClubsAS Roma, Levante

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A Spanish right-back of Malian descent born in Elche. Set Levante's youngest-ever appearance record at 16 before being snapped up by AS Roma. A modern full-back who thrives in both attack and defence with his pace and physicality.

5 MF

Federico Redondo

NationalityArgentina

Age23 (2003-01-18)

Height / Weight188cm / 78kg

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Previous ClubsInter Miami, Argentinos Juniors

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Son of former Argentina international Fernando Redondo, inheriting his father's playmaking ability as a holding midfielder. Possesses excellent vision and passing accuracy, controlling the tempo from deep positions. His intelligent playing style has drawn comparisons to Busquets.

8 MF

Marc Aguado

NationalitySpain

Age26 (2000-02-22)

Height / Weight178cm / 68kg

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Previous ClubsReal Zaragoza, FC Andorra

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A defensive midfielder from Zaragoza's academy who combines ball-winning ability with sharp passing instincts. Orchestrates attacks with accurate distribution from deep and brings stability to the team. Steps up to La Liga with a strong track record in Segunda.

10 MF AM

Facundo Buonanotte

NationalityArgentina

Age21 (2004-12-23)

Height / Weight174cm / 66kg

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Previous ClubsChelsea, Brighton & Hove Albion, Leicester City (loan)

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An Argentine international attacking midfielder. His left-footed technique and creativity are his key attributes; he broke through at Brighton and had loan spells at Leicester and Chelsea. Excels at carrying the ball in tight areas and picking the final pass.

11 MF

German Valera

NationalitySpain

Age24 (2002-02-19)

Height / Weight173cm / 68kg

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Previous ClubsElche CF, Valencia CF, Real Zaragoza, FC Andorra, Real Sociedad B, CD Tenerife, Atlético Madrid

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A left-footed attacker from Atletico Madrid's academy who specializes in cutting inside from the right flank. Combines technique with pace and creates the difference with his attacking creativity.

12 MF

Gonzalo Villar

NationalitySpain

Age28 (1998-03-23)

Height / Weight181cm / 73kg

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Previous ClubsDinamo Zagreb, Granada, Getafe, Sampdoria, AS Roma, Elche CF, Valencia

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A technical midfield orchestrator who returned to his boyhood club Elche. Gained Serie A experience at AS Roma and creates the rhythm of play through close control in tight spaces and precise passing. A composed and creative playmaker on the ball.

16 MF

Martim Neto

NationalityPortugal

Age23 (2003-01-14)

Height / Weight185cm / 82kg

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Previous ClubsRio Ave, Gil Vicente, Benfica

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A Portuguese midfielder from Benfica's academy and cousin of Pedro Neto (Chelsea). Combines box-to-box energy with the distribution ability of a deep-lying playmaker. A rising talent taking on La Liga after gaining experience in the Portuguese top flight.

17 MF

Josan

NationalitySpain

Age36 (1989-12-03)

Height / Weight175cm / 68kg

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Previous ClubsSD Huesca, AD Alcorcón, UCAM Murcia, Albacete, Lorca FC, La Hoya Lorca

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A veteran right winger with long service at Elche who tears apart defences down the right flank with pace and dribbling, creating chances with accurate crosses. A club stalwart who contributed to the 2019-20 promotion, supporting the team with experience and dedication.

18 MF

Thomas Lemar

NationalityFrance

Age30 (1995-11-12)

Height / Weight171cm / 63kg

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National TeamFrance

Previous ClubsAtletico Madrid, Girona, Atlético Madrid, Monaco, Caen

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A French international midfielder armed with precise left-footed passing and crossing. Won Ligue 1 with Monaco and spent many years at Atletico Madrid. A creative and skilful attacking midfielder with strong dribbling ability.

19 MF

Grady Diangana

NationalityEngland

Age28 (1998-05-27)

Height / Weight189cm / 85kg

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Previous ClubsWest Bromwich Albion, West Ham United

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A winger from West Ham's academy whose left-footed technique and pace are his main weapons. Specializes in cutting inside from the right to unleash shots and through balls. Made over 200 appearances for WBA and brings Premier League experience.

26 MF

Brahim Sina

NationalityMorocco

Age23 (2003-04-07)

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A young player promoted from Elche Ilicitano (B team) who operates in defensive positions. Physical strength and tenacious defending are his main attributes. A developing player working to earn first-team opportunities.

43 MF

Alex Herraiz

NationalitySpain

Age23 (2003-09-02)

Height / Weight186cm / 74kg

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A young right-back from Marratxi, Mallorca, registered with the first team from Elche Ilicitano. Characterized by his attacking wing play and proactive overlapping runs. A player with rich potential for the future.

47 MF

J. Morcillo

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Previous ClubsAtletico Madrid, Atlético Madrid II

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A midfielder developed in Atletico Madrid's academy. Technically secure under pressure in tight spaces, he built up appearances with the B team on his way toward the top level.

7 FW

Yago de Santiago Alonso

NationalitySpain

Age23 (2003-04-15)

Height / Weight180cm / 73kg

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Previous ClubsTottenham Hotspur U21

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A young forward from Elche's academy who attacks from the flanks with pace and dribbling. A promising attacker with a keen eye for goal.

9 FW

Ezequiel Ponce Martínez

NationalityArgentina

Age29 (1997-03-29)

Height / Weight180cm / 80kg

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An Argentine striker developed at Newell's Old Boys. After Roma, Spartak Moscow and AEK Athens he joined MLS side Houston Dynamo for a club-record fee, scoring 15 goals in 59 games, before moving to La Liga in August 2026.

14 FW

Fernando Niño Rodríguez

NationalitySpain

Age25 (2000-10-24)

Height / Weight191cm / 78kg

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Previous ClubsMallorca, Villarreal, Burgos

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A 191cm striker with experience at Mallorca, Villarreal and Burgos. Born in 2000, his height and hold-up play make him a focal point up front.

20 FW

José Antonio Morente Oliva

NationalitySpain

Age29 (1996-12-04)

Height / Weight180cm / 76kg

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Previous ClubsElche, Lugo, Gimnastic, Atlético Baleares, Atletico Madrid, Lecce

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A young Elche defender whose solid defending and strong one-on-one ability bring stability to the backline. A player with promising growth potential.

21 FW

Luis Cepeda

NationalitySpain

Age23 (2002-10-31)

Height / Weight177cm / 66kg

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Previous ClubsColo-Colo, Santiago Wanderers

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A left-footed winger called up to the Chile national team, known for his pace and dribbling ability to tear apart flanks. Posted impressive numbers at Colo-Colo with 15 goals and 8 assists in 72 matches. Primarily operates on the left but is versatile enough to play on the right wing.

24 FW

A. Osorio

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Age24 (2002-06-13)

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29 FW

Ayoub Houary

NationalityMorocco

Age21 (2005-08-05)

Height / Weight178cm / 74kg

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A young forward with Moroccan roots who uses pace and agility to attack from wide positions. A highly rated prospect registered with the first team from Elche's academy.

30 FW

Alvaro Padilla

NationalitySpain

Age20 (2006-01-01)

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An attacker born in 2006 promoted from the club's academy into the first-team squad.

33 FW

Nordin Al Lal

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A young attacker in the first-team squad, direct and decisive in front of goal.

36 FW

Umaru Konare Tounkara

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A forward who leans on height and physicality up front, now in the first-team squad and looking for minutes.

38 FW

Álex Sánchez

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A young right winger known as the son of Girona manager Michel. Uses pace and technique to attack from the flanks. Promoted from Elche Ilicitano, he is looking to earn first-team opportunities.

46 FW

J. Piera

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Previous ClubsBarcelona B, Ourense CF, Barcelona

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An attacker developed in Barcelona's B team who also played for Ourense, carrying the technique instilled at La Masia.