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Breakthrough Players of La Liga 2025/2026

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  1. 1

    Lamine Yamal

    29 Global Votes
    • Won breakthrough of the year award

      (+3)

    Despite his youth, he is already one of the stars of FC Barcelona and the Spanish national team. It is expected that in the 2025/2026 season he will continue to break records and assume an even greater leadership role in Barça's attack.

  2. 2

    Pau Cubarsí

    29 Global Votes
    • Leads La Liga in successful passes

      (+4)

    He burst onto the FC Barcelona first team with a maturity beyond his years, becoming a pillar of the defense. This season will be the one in which he definitively establishes himself as one of the best center-backs in the competition.

  3. 3

    Nico Williams

    29 Global Votes
    • Scored from the penalty spot

      (+1)

    His speed and dribbling skills have made him a key player for Athletic Club and the national team. In 2025/2026, he is expected to add more goals and assists to his game, becoming a La Liga superstar.

  4. 4

    Samu Omorodion

    29 Global Votes

    After an excellent season on loan, he returns to Atlético de Madrid to be one of their main attacking threats. His physical strength and goalscoring ability make him one of the strikers to watch in the league.

  5. 5

    Javi Guerra

    29 Global Votes
    • Composure

      (+2)

    He is the engine of Valencia CF's midfield, combining technical talent with great physical presence. This season should be his breakthrough, knocking on the doors of Europe's top clubs.

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  7. 6

    Cristhian Mosquera

    29 Global Votes
    • Elite at defending in a deep block

      (+3)

    He has established himself as the leader of Valencia's defense with remarkable composure and leadership for his age. His progression positions him as one of the most promising young center-backs in Spanish football.

  8. 7

    Assane Diao

    29 Global Votes
    • Breakthrough star in La Liga

      (+3)

    His incredible power and stride caused a sensation in his debut with Real Betis. If he can become more consistent in his performances, he has the potential to be one of the most decisive wingers in La Liga.

  9. 8

    Alberto Moleiro

    29 Global Votes
    • Named LALIGA EA SPORTS Best Under-23 Player for November

      (+4)

    The talented attacking midfielder from UD Las Palmas is pure magic and vision, often being compared to Pedri. This season, he is expected to take a step forward in terms of goals and assists to lead his team.

  10. 9

    Rafa Marín

    29 Global Votes
    • Key for Marcelino

      (+3)

    After a great loan spell at Alavés, this young center-back has shown he has the quality to play at the elite level. His strength and aerial ability open the door for him to become an important player for a top-of-the-table team.

  11. 10

    Pablo Barrios

    29 Global Votes
    • Capable of controlling tempo

      (+2)

    The Atlético de Madrid academy graduate has been gaining prominence in Simeone's team thanks to his quality and vision. This season he is expected to take on a more prominent role and become a key piece of the Rojiblanco midfield.

  12. 11

    Juanlu Sánchez

    29 Global Votes

    A versatile player with spectacular physical presence who has secured a place at Sevilla FC. His ability to play as a full-back or winger and his tireless work rate make him one of the great hopes of the Nervión side.

  13. 12

    Fermín López

    29 Global Votes
    • 37 goal contributions in 36 starts since last season

      (+4)

    His energy, runs from deep, and powerful shot made him one of the pleasant surprises of FC Barcelona. In 2025/2026, he will look to establish himself as an important player in the midfield rotation.

  14. 13

    Ilias Akhomach

    29 Global Votes

    This skillful winger, a product of La Masia, has found his place at Villarreal, where he has demonstrated his dribbling ability. It is expected that this season he will gain consistency and become one of the Yellow Submarine's key attacking threats.

  15. 14

    Dean Huijsen

    29 Global Votes
    • Explosive emergence as a Spain international

      (+4)

    This young and elegant center-back has shown glimpses of his immense quality during his loan spell at Roma. His technique and ball distribution are unusual for a defender, and he could become a pleasant surprise in the back line of whichever team he plays for.

  16. 15

    Franco Mastantuono

    29 Global Votes
    • Scores his first goal for Real Madrid

      (+4)

    Considered one of the greatest promises of Argentine football, his arrival at Real Madrid is generating enormous excitement. His talent and audacity in the final third of the pitch could make him the sensation of the season.

  17. 16

    Marc Bernal

    29 Global Votes
    • Set to be a breakout star

      (+4)

    This midfielder from La Masia is seen as the future number '4' of FC Barcelona due to his tactical intelligence and quality on the ball. He could get his first opportunities with the first team and demonstrate why the high expectations placed upon him exist.

  18. 17

    Adrián Liso

    29 Global Votes
    • Named LALIGA EA SPORTS Best Under-23 Player in August

      (+3)

    The young striker has shown a great nose for goal in the opportunities he has had. This season could be his breakthrough, earning a starting position and contributing a good number of goals.

  19. 18

    Carlos Álvarez

    29 Global Votes
    • Completed the most through balls in LaLiga

      (+2)

    A highly talented and creative attacking midfielder who is knocking on the door of Sevilla's first team. If given the necessary confidence and playing time, he has the quality to become the new idol of the Sevilla fans.

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    Robert Navarro

    29 Global Votes

    After a successful loan spell, he returns to Real Sociedad to contribute his dynamism and quality between the lines. His versatility in playing in various attacking positions will allow him to get plenty of minutes and prove his worth.

  21. 20

    Leo Roman

    29 Global Votes
    • Magnificent rise in La Liga

      (+3)

    This young goalkeeper has demonstrated extraordinary reflexes and composure. If he secures a starting position with his team, he has the potential to be one of the most outstanding goalkeepers in the competition.

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    Franco Mastantuono

    29 Global Votes
    • Scores his first goal for Real Madrid

      (+4)

    This young Argentine talent from Real Madrid is destined to be one of the league's biggest stars. His exquisite individual technique and vision could make him the creative engine of Real Madrid's midfield this season.

  23. 22

    Marc Bernal

    29 Global Votes
    • Set to renew contract with a €500 million release clause

      (+4)

    A product of La Masia, this defensive midfielder from FC Barcelona stands out for his tactical intelligence and ball distribution skills. His development is expected to allow him to secure a place in the first team and become a key player in the team's system.

  24. 23

    Jorthy Mokio

    29 Global Votes

    The very young Belgian center-back, recently signed by Real Betis, is poised to be one of the most promising defenders in the league. His imposing physique and maturity beyond his years make him a defensive stalwart with a bright future.

  25. 24

    Pablo García

    29 Global Votes
    • Became a fixture in the first team during the 2023

      (+2)

    This Real Betis academy product is an attacking midfielder with tremendous attacking prowess and a knack for finding the net. After standing out in the youth ranks, this is expected to be the season of his definitive breakthrough into the first team.

  26. 25

    Carlos Álvarez

    29 Global Votes
    • Scored decisive goal for promotion

      (+2)

    After a successful loan spell, the attacking midfielder returns to Sevilla FC aiming to take on a leading role. His dribbling skills, final pass, and innate talent make him one of the Sevilla fans' greatest hopes.

  27. 26

    Etta Eyong

    29 Global Votes
    • Scored six goals and three assists in La Liga

      (+4)

    The Cameroonian midfielder for Villarreal is a physical marvel with a great capacity to cover ground and get into both penalty areas. His energy and stamina could be a game-changer in the Yellow Submarine's midfield.

  28. 27

    Urko Izeta

    29 Global Votes

    Having come through the Lezama youth academy, this Athletic Club striker is a natural goalscorer with a keen eye for goal. He is expected to be the team's main attacking threat and solve their goal-scoring woes with his goals.

  29. 28

    Adrián Liso

    29 Global Votes
    • LALIGA EA SPORTS Best Under-23 Player in August

      (+3)

    The young Getafe striker has already shown glimpses of his enormous potential with goals and impressive performances. His speed, audacity, and finishing ability make him a constant threat to opposing defenses.

  30. 29

    Rafa Marín

    29 Global Votes
    • Key player for Marcelino

      (+3)

    This center-back, owned by Real Madrid, has demonstrated great solidity and strength during his loan spell. His aerial prowess and excellent ball control position him as one of the most promising defenders in Spanish football.

  31. 30

    Leo Román

    29 Global Votes
    • Made 22 saves

      (+2)

    The RCD Mallorca goalkeeper is ready to take over as the starting goalkeeper and prove his worth between the posts. His spectacular reflexes and confident shot-stopping ability promise a season full of great saves.

  32. 31

    Benjamin Pauwels

    29 Global Votes

    Newly arrived at CD Leganés, this Belgian winger stands out for his dribbling skills and his ability to create imbalances in the game. His talent could be fundamental for the Cucumber Growers (Leganés' nickname) to achieve their goals in their return to the top flight.

  33. 32

    Davinchi

    29 Global Votes

    Getafe has placed its bet on this young talent, an imaginative player with outstanding technical ability. His creativity and ability to create plays out of thin air are expected to surprise the entire competition.

  34. 33

    Dean Huijsen

    29 Global Votes
    • Explosive emergence as Spain international

      (+4)

    The young Dutch center-back has impressed with his elegance in possession and his defensive intelligence. Whether at Real Madrid or on another loan, he is destined to be one of the best defenders in the league.

  35. 34

    Pedro Fernández

    29 Global Votes
    • The Farmhouse product

      (+2)

    Known as "Dro," this winger from FC Barcelona's youth academy is pure speed and explosiveness down the flank. The new coaching staff has faith in his potential and could give him the opportunity to shine with the first team.

  36. 35

    Ferrán Quetglas

    29 Global Votes

    This young Real Madrid goalkeeper is one of the great promises of La Fábrica (Real Madrid's youth academy) and could have opportunities in the cup. His agility and good footwork make him a very complete goalkeeper with a bright future.

  37. 36

    Gonzalo García

    29 Global Votes
    • Potential for a breakthrough season

      (+2)

    A versatile forward from Real Madrid's youth academy, he stands out for his mobility and great goal-scoring instinct. He could earn a place in the first team's rotation and take advantage of his playing time to prove his worth.

  38. 37

    Alejandro Martín

    29 Global Votes
    • Solid performances

      (+2)

    Real Sociedad has found a midfielder in its youth academy with great technical ability and vision. His passing style of play fits perfectly with the club's philosophy, and he's ready to take the next step.

  39. 38

    Kees Smit

    29 Global Votes
    • Technically gifted midfielder

      (+2)

    This Dutch midfielder, signed by Villarreal, is a player with great tactical intelligence and passing accuracy. He's destined to be the team's playmaker and to direct the game from midfield.

  40. 39

    Luka Vušković

    29 Global Votes
    • Hopes to play in La Liga one day

      (+2)

    The imposing Croatian center-back for Sevilla FC stands out for his height and his strength in defensive play. His youth and potential make him a promising prospect for the future of the Sevilla defense.

  41. 40

    Maghnes Akliouche

    29 Global Votes
    • Rising talent in Ligue 1

      (+4)

    If he finally arrives in LaLiga, this French attacking midfielder could be one of the biggest sensations thanks to his creativity and ability to arrive late into the box. His scoring and assisting skills make him a complete player.