Ander Herrera

Ander Herrera Agüera was born on August 14, 1989, in Bilbao, Spain. He began his football journey in the youth ranks of Real Zaragoza, making his professional debut in the Segunda División during the 2008–09 season. His early career at Zaragoza saw him contribute to the club’s return to La Liga and establish himself as a regular midfielder, known for his tactical intelligence, assured passing, and high energy. He moved to Athletic Bilbao in 2011, where he continued to develop his skills, playing a crucial role in the team reaching the finals of both the Copa del Rey and the UEFA Europa League in the 2011–12 season. His performances earned him recognition, leading to a significant move to the Premier League.

Herrera’s career progressed significantly when he joined Manchester United in 2014 for €36 million. During his five seasons at Old Trafford, he became a key player, winning multiple major honors including the FA Cup in 2016, the FA Community Shield in 2016, the EFL Cup in 2017, and the UEFA Europa League in 2017, where he was named Man of the Match in the final. His consistent performances and commitment to the team led to him being voted Sir Matt Busby Player of the Year for the 2016–17 season. Following his successful spell in England, Herrera moved to Paris Saint-Germain in 2019, where he contributed to several domestic titles, including two Ligue 1 championships, and reached the UEFA Champions League final in 2020.

In 2022, Herrera returned to Athletic Bilbao, initially on loan before making the move permanent in January 2023. He further added to his trophy cabinet, winning the Copa del Rey in the 2023–24 season with Athletic Bilbao. In January 2025, he transferred to Argentine Primera División club Boca Juniors. Throughout his career, Herrera has also represented Spain at various youth levels, winning the UEFA European Under-21 Championship in 2011, and earned two caps for the senior national team.