Izan Merino

Izan Merino — season analysis

Much of what Malaga (Segunda División) do goes through Izan Merino Rodríguez (Spain) in midfield — his 2025/26 season, measured below. At 19, he is still at the start of his career, which makes these numbers a projection as much as a record.

So far he has scored 0 goals and provided 1 assist in 37 appearances — 1 goal contribution in total. That comes across 2,847 minutes on the pitch and 0.03 goal involvements per 90. He has started 33 of those matches.

From 13 shots, 46% on target, his shot conversion is 0%. On the creative side he has produced 19 key passes while completing 91% of his passes. Off the ball he has made 19 tackles and 17 interceptions, winning 50% of his duels.

Disciplinary record this season: 7 yellow. All of it condenses into an IIG (Striker Impact Index) of 2.8 this season — our league-weighted composite of goals, rating and assists.