Unai Simón

Unai Simón has achieved remarkable success early in his career. He is one of the few goalkeepers to win the Zamora Trophy twice before turning 30, a testament to his consistency in La Liga. His leadership in goal was instrumental in Spain's Euro 2024 victory, where he played every minute of the tournament. He holds the distinction of being Athletic Bilbao's starting goalkeeper during their Copa del Rey triumph in 2023, ending the club's 40-year drought for a major trophy. His rapid rise from the Lezama academy to international stardom embodies the Basque club's philosophy of developing homegrown talent.