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Luis Rioja

Midfielder #11
Age 32 years
Nationality Spain
Market Value €2M

Career

No transfer history

Luis Rioja is Valencia's Silver Creator, arriving at the club as a seasoned veteran with a career built on consistency across Spain's top tiers. Having joined from Alavés, the wide man brings essential experience to the squad, serving as a reliable presence during a demanding campaign. His journey through the divisions has shaped him into a resilient competitor who understands the demands of the league.

His role as a Creator is evidenced by 20 appearances and 1,387 minutes of action, proving his durability over a full season. Rioja is currently hitting top form, showing an upward trajectory that suggests he is finding his rhythm at Mestalla. His Dribbling dimension, rated at 70, remains his most effective weapon for bypassing defenders on the flank and stretching the opposition. As a verified SQUAD PLAYER, he has featured in nearly every match, providing a sense of Balance to the lineup while maintaining his tactical discipline under pressure.

Holding a stable market value of €2 million, Rioja remains a vital asset for the coaching staff. His ability to manage the Intensity of top-flight matches ensures he is always ready when the Stakes are high, making him an indispensable part of the current rotation as the club pursues its seasonal objectives.

Player Rating

Luis Jesús Rioja González
52
Rating
39
steady
Form
⚡ Skills 56
🎯 Clutch 43
🎨 Style 49
📊 Ability 49
💰 Opportunity
🎚️ ●○○
Midfielder

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.

Luis Jesús Rioja González is a solid SQUAD PLAYER for Valencia. Evidence: 22.0 Appearances.

Player DNA

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

A specialist who excels in Dribbling (68/100) but has room to grow in Workrate.

Physical profile: Veteran Experience.

Luis Jesús Rioja González Traits

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

vs Midfielders

Height 18%
Weight 19%
Experience 91%

vs La Liga

Height 14%
Weight 13%
Experience 87%

Traits

VETERAN

Player DNA

Five dimensions that show what kind of player they are

Dribbling: 68 - Ability to beat defenders with close control and skill moves Shooting: 50 - Clinical finishing, shot accuracy, and conversion rate Defense: 29 - Winning duels, tackles, interceptions, and blocks Workrate: 20 - Engine and intensity - total duels and physical commitment Passing: 55 - Vision, key passes, and ability to create chances
Dribbling
Shooting
Defense
Workrate
Passing
Dribbling 68
Shooting 50
Defense 29
Workrate 20
Passing 55
Key Strength 68 Dribbling
Area to Watch 20 Workrate

Match Stats

Match-by-match record for Luis Jesús Rioja González this season

Date Fixture League Mins Rating G A FM Score Venue
Mar 14, 2026 Oviedo 1-0 Valencia La Liga 41' 6.3 - - 35 Estadio Nuevo Carlos Tartiere
Mar 08, 2026 Valencia 3-2 Alaves La Liga 70' 6.7 - - 96 Estadio de Mestalla
Mar 01, 2026 Valencia 1-0 Osasuna La Liga 56' 6.2 - - 30 Estadio de Mestalla
Feb 22, 2026 Villarreal 2-1 Valencia La Liga 78' 6.3 - - 81 Estadio de la Ceramica
Feb 15, 2026 Levante 0-2 Valencia La Liga 96' 6.9 - 1 45 Estadio Ciudad de Valencia
Feb 08, 2026 Valencia 0-2 Real Madrid La Liga 81' 6.3 0 0 42 Estadio de Mestalla
Feb 01, 2026 Real Betis 2-1 Valencia La Liga 77' 7.2 1 0 81 Estadio de La Cartuja
Jan 24, 2026 Valencia 3-2 Espanyol La Liga 88' 6.2 0 0 90 Estadio de Mestalla
Jan 18, 2026 Getafe 0-1 Valencia La Liga 97' 6.9 0 0 27 Coliseum
Jan 10, 2026 Valencia 1-1 Elche La Liga 94' 6.7 0 0 58 Estadio de Mestalla
Jan 03, 2026 Celta Vigo 4-1 Valencia La Liga 37' 6.7 0 0 87 Estadio Abanca Balaídos
Dec 19, 2025 Valencia 1-1 Mallorca La Liga 72' 7.2 0 0 34 Estadio de Mestalla
Dec 07, 2025 Valencia 1-1 Sevilla La Liga 68' 6.9 0 0 47 Estadio de Mestalla
Dec 01, 2025 Rayo Vallecano 1-1 Valencia La Liga 74' 6.5 0 0 32 Campo de Futbol de Vallecas
Nov 21, 2025 Valencia 1-0 Levante La Liga 17' 6.2 0 0 36 Estadio de Mestalla

Player Market Value

Track Luis Jesús Rioja González's transfer value changes and career value history

Current Value €2.0M
Peak Value €4.0M (Q1'24)
€4.0M €2.0M €0
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