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Iker Kortajarena
Iker Kortajarena
Midfield Orchestrator β€’ SD Huesca β€’ "Korta" β€’ AM/CM
79.8
πŸ‡ͺπŸ‡Έ SpainBorn 2000 β€’ Age: 25 β€’ SD Huesca β€’ Height: 1.83m β€’ Right-Footed
Full NameIker Kortajarena Canellada
PositionAttacking Midfielder (AM) / CM
NationalitySpain πŸ‡ͺπŸ‡Έ
Age25
Height1.83m
Current ClubSD Huesca (LaLiga 2)

Career Path

Real Sociedad C2018-2021
Real Sociedad B (Sanse)2021-2023
SD Huesca2023-Present

🌍 Global Impact Analysis

Iker Kortajarena is an **emerging technical protagonist** currently orchestrating the midfield for **SD Huesca** in **LaLiga 2**. In the **2025/26 campaign**, Kortajarena has transitioned into a world-class creative reference, recording **4 goals and 5 assists across 18 appearances**. A product of Real Sociedad's elite academy system, Iker combines tactical intelligence (Spatial Awareness) with refined ball-striking ability. His graduation from 'Sanse' to the professional crucible of the second tier has revealed a player with high-tier progressive metrics (8.9 Passing) and the ability to operate effectively between defensive lines. Kortajarena represents a high-value midfield asset, offering immediate creative volume and a technical floor that aligns with top-tier possession systems.

Scout Note: Creative engine (8.9 PAS). Tactical maturity. La Real academy pedigree. Versatile AM/CM profile. Primary offensive catalyst for Huesca.

πŸ“Š Core FGA Intelligence Metrics

Tier 1: Passing & Vision (Automated)

PAS (Passing)8.9
VIS (Vision)8.7
TEC (Technique)8.8
DRI (Dribbling)8.2
BAL (Balance)8.0
KEY (Key Passes)8.5

Tier 2: Semi-Automated Intelligence

COM (Composure)8.4
DEC (Decisions)8.3
POS (Positioning)8.6
WRK (Work Rate)7.8

Tier 3: Scout Assessment (Expert Input)

POT (Potential)8.8
VAL (Value)8.5
ADV (Adaptability)8.2
MAT (Maturity)8.6
CHR (Character)8.4

🧠 60-Philosophy Framework Analysis

Top Philosophy Fits

Cruyff Positional 9.2/10 Bielsa Direct 8.0/10 Michels Total 8.5/10
Primary DNA: Cruyff Positional (Elite spatial intelligence, rhythmic ball circulation, and technical security). Secondary: Michels Total (Tactical flexibility across the midfield line and creative fluidity). Tertiary: Bielsa Direct (High-intensity progressive actions in the final third).

πŸŽ₯ Video Analysis

Empire Scout Vision β€” Midfield Orchestration
Highlight Reel: Iker Kortajarena - Creative Hub & Progressive Playmaking.

πŸ—“οΈ Last 5 Matches (2025/26 LaLiga 2)

Date Opponent Result Mins Rating Stats
Dec 2025 Real Zaragoza W 2-1 90' 8.5 1 Goal / 1 Assist
Nov 2025 AD Ceuta D 1-1 85' 7.8 8 Key Passes
Nov 2025 SD Eibar W 3-0 90' 8.2 1 Assist / Control
Oct 2025 Granada CF L 1-2 90' 7.2 1 Goal
Oct 2025 Levante UD W 1-0 75' 7.4 Metronome

⭐ Iconic Matches

Dec 2025 | Huesca vs Zaragoza
Derby masterclass with a goal and assist, confirming his status as Huesca's technical leader.
Apr 2022 | Real Sociedad B Breakthrough
Scored twice for 'Sanse' in a professional showdown, signaling his readiness for higher tiers.

🀝 Key Career Moments

2023 | Huesca Arrival
⚽ Strategic transfer to Huesca to lead the project's creative department.
2021-23 | Sanse Protagonist
πŸŽ“ Refined technical style under the elite Real Sociedad academy infrastructure.
2018 | Academy Entry
🌟 Initiation into professional football pathways at Real Sociedad C.

πŸ“ˆ Career Statistics

Season Club Apps G+A
2025/26 SD Huesca 18 4 + 5
2023-25 SD Huesca 62 8 + 12
Summary: High-efficiency creative engine. Core of Huesca's project.

πŸ“Š Player Comparison

Comparable Players: Martin Ødegaard (Technical AM), David Silva (Maestro), Dani Parejo (Rhythm)

🎯 Scout's Final Verdict

Elite Attributes

Passing (PAS) 8.9/10
Vision (VIS) 8.7/10
Potential (POT) 8.8/10
Positioning (POS) 8.6/10
Technique (TEC) 8.8/10

Summary

VERDICT: THE MIDFIELD METRONOME (Elite Technical Asset)

Iker Kortajarena (79.8) is the definitive midfield architect in the Spanish professional pipeline. His **2025/26 output** (9 goal involvements) confirms his elite technical translation (8.8 Technique). What sets Iker apart is his "Academy-Refined" silhouetteβ€”he maintains a spatial awareness (8.6) that allows him to dictate tempo and find progressive solutions under pressure. His potential (8.8) suggests a return to top-tier football within the next 24 months. For clubs seeking a modern, intelligent creative engine with high technical security and immediate impact, Kortajarena is a mandatory acquisition. A statistical protagonist in the making. Pure professional class.