Asier Illarramendi

Asier Illarramendi, born on March 8, 1990, is a talented Spanish professional footballer who currently plays as a defensive midfielder for Kitchee in the Hong Kong Premier League. His football journey began at Real Sociedad, where he played a pivotal role in helping the team secure a spot in the prestigious Champions League in 2013.

In a significant move, Illarramendi transferred to Real Madrid for a record fee of thirty-two point two million euros, marking the highest amount the club had ever paid for a Spanish player at that time. However, after two years, he returned to Real Sociedad for half of that fee, demonstrating his loyalty to his roots.

On the international stage, Illarramendi has represented Spain at various youth levels, earning thirty-one caps from under-17 to under-23. His notable achievement includes winning the 2013 European Championship with the under-21 team. He made his senior debut for the national team in 2017, further solidifying his status as a prominent figure in Spanish football.