Date of birth: January 8, 1986
Instagram: @david21lva
Club(s): Valencia, Eibar (loan), Celta Vigo (loan), Manchester City, Real Sociedad
Country: Spain
Signing fee: Free
Hails from Gran Canaria but progressed through Valencia's academy. After a successful loan at Celta Vigo, went on to become a Mestalla mainstay and a key member of the Spain side which won two European Championships and the 2010 World Cup. Joined City in 2010, and was a key component of all their modern successes, including four Premier League titles. Moved to Real Sociedad in 2020 after achieving legendary status at Manchester City. Retired from international football in 2018 with 125 caps.
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