David López

Key strength: Aerial dominance

Defensive anchor

At just 23 years old, Spanish centre-back David López finds himself at a career crossroads with RCD Mallorca, currently anchored precariously in 16th place in the standings. Despite his potential as a 'defensive anchor' with notable aerial dominance, López has struggled for opportunities this season, managing just 90 minutes across two appearances. With a market value of €600,000, he remains an affordable prospect for clubs seeking defensive depth, but his limited minutes tell the story of a player on the periphery of Javier Aguirre's plans. Surrounded by more established defensive options like Pablo Maffeo (63 rating) and experienced midfield protection from Sergi Darder, López faces an uphill battle to displace the starting backline as Mallorca desperately fights to climb clear of the relegation zone. For the young Spaniard, patience and continued development may be the path forward.