Adrián Dela

Key strength: Aerial dominance

Defensive anchor

In the trenches of a desperate relegation battle, Adrián Dela stands as Levante UD's immovable object. With the club marooned in 18th position, every match carries survival-or-peril weight—yet the 27-year-old Spanish centre-back has become their rock through the storm, amassing 28 appearances and over 2,200 minutes of unwavering defensive steel. What elevates Dela beyond typical relegation-fodder defenders is his unexpected attacking footprint. While anchoring a backline under constant siege, he has contributed 2 goals and 1 assist—modest returns that could prove decisive when every point is precious. His aerial dominance defines him: a commanding presence who transforms defensive set pieces into attacking opportunities. The €3m-rated Dela plays with the discipline his situation demands—5 yellow cards reflect his combative nature, yet zero red cards show the composure required when every fixture feels like a cup final. While creative talents like Carlos Álvarez spark attacks ahead of him, Dela provides the organizational bedrock. Levante's recent LWWWL flicker offers fragile hope, and Dela's ironman availability—rare currency in a grueling campaign—may yet drag them toward the light.