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Kike Salas

Defender #4
Age 23 years
Nationality Spain
Market Value €8M

Career

No transfer history

Kike Salas is Sevilla FC's Platinum Engine, a 24-year-old homegrown talent who embodies the club's defensive grit. With two international trophies already in his cabinet, the Seville-born defender has transitioned from a promising academy product to an established figure of significant Stakes at the Ramón Sánchez Pizjuán.

This season, Salas has evolved into a hybrid powerhouse, blending his Engine work rate with elite structural denial. Across 10 appearances and 768 minutes of action, his elite reading of the match has earned him the platinum INTERCEPTOR badge. While his current form rating of 59 reflects a period of adaptation, he is currently on an upward trajectory as he regains his rhythm. His Defense rating of 89 underscores his status as a specialist in breaking up play and organizing the backline. His tactical versatility is further highlighted by his MAGNET and SHIELD designations, ensuring he remains a focal point for ball progression and a literal barrier during any crunch match.

Currently valued at €8M with a stable market outlook, Salas is a vital component of Sevilla's long-term project. As he continues to maintain high Intensity levels, his development remains key for a side looking to secure continental qualification and maintain local pride in the face of domestic competition.

Player Rating

Enrique Jesús Salas Valiente
80
Rating
30
slump
Form
⚡ Skills 79
🎯 Clutch 49
🎨 Style 85
📊 Ability 71
💰 Fair Value
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Defender

Archetypes earned from what we've seen this season.

Scout Report

Our breakdown of how this player plays, built from this season's match data.

Enrique Jesús Salas Valiente is a exceptional INTERCEPTOR for Sevilla. Evidence: 1.9 Interceptions/90.

Also shows: above average MAGNET (80 Touches/90)

Player DNA

Are they a specialist or an all-rounder? The shape tells the story.

A specialist who excels in Defense (86/100) but has room to grow in Passing.

Enrique Jesús Salas Valiente Traits

Percentile rankings show how a player compares to others. 90% means they rank higher than 90% of comparable players.

vs Defenders

Height 77%
Weight 69%
Experience 28%

vs La Liga

Height 79%
Weight 76%
Experience 29%

Player DNA

Five dimensions that show what kind of player they are

Dribbling: 32 - Ability to beat defenders with close control and skill moves Shooting: 74 - Clinical finishing, shot accuracy, and conversion rate Defense: 86 - Winning duels, tackles, interceptions, and blocks Workrate: 64 - Engine and intensity - total duels and physical commitment Passing: 25 - Vision, key passes, and ability to create chances
Dribbling
Shooting
Defense
Workrate
Passing
Dribbling 32
Shooting 74
Defense 86
Workrate 64
Passing 25
Key Strength 86 Defense
Area to Watch 25 Passing

Match Stats

Match-by-match record for Enrique Jesús Salas Valiente this season

Date Fixture League Mins Rating G A FM Score Venue
Mar 21, 2026 Sevilla 0-2 Valencia La Liga 96' 6.3 - - 25 Estadio Ramón Sánchez Pizjuán
Mar 08, 2026 Sevilla 1-1 Rayo Vallecano La Liga 92' 6.9 - - 30 Estadio Ramón Sánchez Pizjuán
Mar 01, 2026 Real Betis 2-2 Sevilla La Liga 95' 7.3 - - 100 Estadio de La Cartuja
Feb 22, 2026 Getafe 0-1 Sevilla La Liga 95' 6.9 - - 27 Coliseum
Feb 14, 2026 Sevilla 1-1 Alaves La Liga 102' 6.3 - - 59 Estadio Ramón Sánchez Pizjuán
Feb 08, 2026 Sevilla 1-1 Girona La Liga 98' 8.3 1 0 60 Estadio Ramón Sánchez Pizjuán
Jan 12, 2026 Sevilla 0-1 Celta Vigo La Liga 82' 6.9 0 0 48 Estadio Ramón Sánchez Pizjuán
Jan 04, 2026 Sevilla 0-3 Levante La Liga 96' 7.5 0 0 62 Estadio Ramón Sánchez Pizjuán
Dec 20, 2025 Real Madrid 2-0 Sevilla La Liga 9' 6.2 0 0 71 Estadio Santiago Bernabéu
Nov 30, 2025 Sevilla 0-2 Real Betis La Liga 45' 6.7 0 0 72 Estadio Ramón Sánchez Pizjuán
Nov 24, 2025 Espanyol 2-1 Sevilla La Liga 0' - 0 0 56 RCDE Stadium
Nov 08, 2025 Sevilla 1-0 Osasuna La Liga 0' - 0 0 41 Estadio Ramón Sánchez Pizjuán
Nov 01, 2025 Atletico Madrid 3-0 Sevilla La Liga 0' - 0 0 60 Metropolitano Stadium
Oct 24, 2025 Real Sociedad 2-1 Sevilla La Liga 0' - 0 0 59 Reale Arena
Oct 18, 2025 Sevilla 1-3 Mallorca La Liga 0' - 0 0 75 Estadio Ramón Sánchez Pizjuán

Player Market Value

Track Enrique Jesús Salas Valiente's transfer value changes and career value history

Current Value €8.0M
Peak Value €10.0M (Q2'24)
€10.0M €5.0M €0
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