Asier Illarramendi is a Spanish midfielder of high pedigree, currently applying his vast experience in the Hong Kong Premier League with Kitchee after a distinguished career in La Liga. Born on March 8, 1990, the 36-year-old is a deep-lying playmaker renowned for his exquisite passing range, tactical intelligence, and ability to control the tempo of a game. With a market value of €500,000, his career peak was at Real Sociedad and Real Madrid, where he won the UEFA Champions League in 2014. A product of Real Sociedad's famed youth academy, Illarramendi was once one of Spain's most promising midfielders, known for his vision and composure under pressure. His move to Hong Kong represents a new chapter where his class and experience are invaluable. He remains a midfielder of exceptional technical quality, capable of dictating play with his left foot from the base of midfield.