Miguel Gutiérrez is poised to make a homecoming this weekend to face his former club, Real Madrid, who will be hosting Girona FC on Saturday for Matchday 24. The upcoming clash between La Liga leaders Los Blancos and second-placed Girona FC will showcase numerous standout players, with Girona FC’s emerging talent shining brightly this season.
Miguel Gutiérrez’s Journey:
Born and raised on July 27th, 2001, in the outskirts of Madrid, Miguel Gutiérrez began his footballing journey in the Getafe CF academy before transitioning to the renowned La Fábrica at age 10. Excelling in Real Madrid’s youth setup, he progressed to feature for Raúl’s Castilla team, catching the attention of then-manager Zinedine Zidane. This led to his inclusion in the Real Madrid first team for the Audi Cup in the summer of 2019, where he became the first academy player born in the 21st century to debut for the senior squad.
His standout performances continued as he played a pivotal role in Real Madrid’s UEFA Youth League triumph in 2019/20, even captaining the side on several occasions. Despite limited opportunities in the senior team during the 2021/22 season, Miguel made his mark and eventually moved to Girona FC in August 2022.
Miguel’s Impact at Girona FC:
Since joining Girona FC, Miguel has flourished under coach Míchel’s guidance, showcasing his versatility as both a left-back and wing-back. He has quickly become a vital player for the team, starting in the majority of their league games this season and amassing significant playing time. Not only has he been defensively solid, but he has also contributed offensively, as demonstrated in notable matches like Girona FC’s impressive win against FC Barcelona.
His strong performances have not gone unnoticed, and he is on the verge of a potential call-up to the Spanish national team. With his continued development and success at Girona FC, Miguel Gutiérrez stands out as one of La Liga’s brightest prospects.