Óscar Melendo | Shanghai Port | Football Player Stats & Info

Spain

Shanghai Port

Óscar Melendo

Shanghai Port/M/

Spain

Player Info

Óscar Melendo is a technically gifted Spanish attacking midfielder known for his creativity and close control, currently plying his trade with Shanghai Port in the Chinese Super League. Melendo's career was defined by his long association with RCD Espanyol, coming through their famed youth academy La Masia (cantera) and making his first-team debut in 2016. At Espanyol, the diminutive playmaker (167 cm) became a symbol of the club's identity, orchestrating play from advanced midfield positions with intelligent movement and precise passing. He was instrumental in their Copa del Rey run and their campaigns in La Liga. In 2023, he embarked on a new challenge in China with Shanghai Port, bringing his European experience to the CSL. His main honors include promotion with Espanyol and the Copa del Rey runner-up medal. Off the pitch, Melendo is known for his humility and dedication. His style is that of a classic *mediapunta*, a player who thrives in tight spaces and provides the creative spark for his teammates.

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2025/07/07