Iñaki González has become a pillar in the midfield for UD Las Palmas. The Extremaduran player has started the last two Segunda División matches, accumulating 211 minutes across the competition's first five matchdays.
Manager Rubén de la Barrera has expressed his satisfaction with the footballer's development. "I am especially happy for Iñaki," the coach said. "He has tremendous desire, willpower, and legs."
González played the full 90 minutes in the goalless draw against Leganés and 85 in the 0-1 victory over Cádiz at La Tacita de Plata. That win in Cádiz on September 12th was key for the yellow team to sit fifth in the table, with 10 points after five games.
His performance comes during a period of restructuring in midfield. With Kirian Rodríguez sidelined, Enzo Loiodice has taken his place, while Sergio Ruiz has also had opportunities. González's consolidation brings stability to an area where other players, like the unnamed Frenchman and Tenerife-born player referenced in internal analysis, have not performed at their usual level.
The team, which De la Barrera himself describes as "under construction," is looking to solidify its play. Victories against Albacete, Ceuta, and Cádiz show a positive path, despite the heavy defeat in Girona. Sitting three points behind leaders Castellón, the aim is to maintain momentum. The next challenge is Burgos, eighth in the table, at the Estadio Gran Canaria on September 20th. All information on upcoming commitments is available on our fixtures calendar.
The manager's trust in González appears total, considering him a blessing for the project and his favourite in the midfield. With several defensive absences forcing a new pairing of Herzog and Bonfanti, having a clear reference in the centre like Iñaki González is a valuable asset for facing the long season ahead.
First reported at cadenaser.com
