Álvaro Sanz Catalán is a Spanish defensive midfielder who plays for Al Shahaniya in Qatar, known for his tactical discipline and ability to shield the defense. Born on February 14, 2001, the 24-year-old began his career in the youth ranks of Real Zaragoza before making his first-team breakthrough. Standing 171cm, he relies on positioning, anticipation, and crisp passing to control the midfield's defensive transitions. His career took him from Zaragoza to Al Shahaniya, where he has become a key figure in midfield. With a market value of €800,000, Sanz is a crucial ball-winner and distributor for his team. His style is that of a classic Spanish 'pivote', focused on maintaining possession and breaking up opposition attacks efficiently.