Axel Witsel

Key strength: Aerial dominance

Defensive anchor

In the heart of Girona's midfield, 37-year-old Belgian veteran Axel Witsel continues to defy Father Time. Plying his trade for a Girona side sitting 12th in the table, Witsel has proven to be one of manager Míchel's most reliable servants this campaign, racking up 17 appearances and 1,299 minutes across all competitions. Operating as a deep-lying playmaker, the former Borussia Dortmund and Atlético Madrid man has embraced his new role with characteristic intelligence—his 1 goal this season coming at a crucial moment, while his remarkable discipline (zero cards in 17 matches) exemplifies the composure that defines his game. Though the €1.4 million valuation reflects his advancing years rather than his true worth, Witsel's ball retention ability remains his calling card, calmly recycling possession and shielding a backline that includes promising talents like Arnau Martínez. As one of the squad's most experienced heads alongside teammates like Viktor Tsygankov and Bryan Gil, Witsel's presence offers invaluable guidance to Girona's younger core while anchoring a midfield that battles for every point in Spain's demanding top flight.