Who is Ander Barrenetxea? Real Sociedad winger tipped for big things
Real Sociedad have made a superb start to the 2021/22 season and are actually involved in the title race in La Liga, albeit at this early stage.
Stars like David Silva, Alexander Isak and Mikel Oyarzabal have flourished, but they have an exciting young wonderkid impressing too in Ander Barrenetxea.
Though not a key member of the first-team squad yet, his talent is there for all to see and he has been tipped for big things.
So, what kind of player is he?
What position does Ander Barrenetxea play?
Barrenetxea usually plays as a left winger, though he can also play on the right.
How good is Ander Barrenetxea?
Barrenetxea came through the young ranks at Real Sociedad and is a Basque boy through and through.
He became the first player born in the 21st century to play in La Liga when he made his debut in a loss against Alaves in December of 2018.
He remains the first player to skip the B team from the young ranks to play for the first team since Antoine Griezmann achieved the same feat.
There is a general feeling that Sociedad are waiting for Barrenetxea to truly explode onto the scene as he has been in and around the first team squad for a while now.
He has made 61 appearances for the club in La Liga and only managed five goals and one assist.
However, he has impressed in 2021/22 as he has one goal and one assist in just two starts in La Liga so far.
Barrenetxea features on the left wing but is right-footed which allows him to cut inside and impact play in more central areas. When playing on the opposite wing, he is deployed more as a conventional winner.
Both positions utilise his best attributes which are his pace and his dribbling ability.
He is capable of carrying the ball forward at speed, taking the game to the opposition.
What clubs are interested in Ander Barrenetxea?
In February of 2021, Barrenetxea signed a massive six-year deal to remain at Real Sociedad until 2017.
There haven't really been any rumours of a transfer away as of yet due to his age and his commitment to the club.
When does Ander Barrenetxea's contract expire?
Barrenetxea's contract expires in June of 2027.
How old is Ander Barrenetxea?
Barrenetxea was born on 27 December 2001. He is 19.
What height is Ander Barrenetxea?
Barrenetxea is 175cm, or around 5ft 7in.
What weight is Ander Barrenetxea?
Barrenetxea is 65 kilograms, or around 10 stone.
What is Ander Barrenetxea’s Instagram?
Barrenetxea's Instagram has 40k followers as of October 2021.
Who is Ander Barrenetxea's girlfriend?
Barrenetxea is not currently dating anyone publicly.