In his father's footsteps: David Albelda Jr. called up by Spain | OneFootball

The Albelda surname is once again linked with the colors of the Spanish National Team. David Albelda Jr., son of the legendary Valencia CF captain, has been officially called up by the national U-16 team. This call-up marks a fundamental milestone in the career of a footballer who is following in his family’s successful footsteps.

The young player has been standing out for years in the Valencia CF Academy. In the youth ranks of the Mestalla club, he has shown a maturity beyond his years, catching the attention of national coaches thanks to his excellent performances in tournaments of national and international importance.

Like his father, David plays in midfield, displaying great physical prowess and vision on the pitch. His performances with the Valencian team, where he reached the semifinals of the Spanish Championship, have been the decisive factor for this promotion to the international stage with "La Rojita".

This stint with the U-16s is just the beginning of his international development. The young midfielder must now live up to the expectations generated in this new setting, maintaining the rigor and discipline that have always characterized the footballing legacy of his surname.

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