Sergi Samper

2012 2013 - Sergi Samper - Flickr - Castroquini-FCB (cropped)

Sergi Samper (born 20 January 1995) is a Spanish professional footballer who plays as a midfielder. He is known for his time at FC Barcelona and his technical skills, vision, and passing ability.

Early Life

Sergi Samper was born in Barcelona, Catalonia, Spain. He joined the famed La Masia academy at a young age, where he developed his skills and progressed through the youth ranks.

Club Career

FC Barcelona

Samper made his debut for FC Barcelona B in the Segunda División on 17 August 2013. He quickly became a key player for the B team, showcasing his talent and earning a reputation as one of the most promising players in the academy.

He made his first-team debut for FC Barcelona on 17 September 2014 in a UEFA Champions League match against APOEL FC. Despite limited opportunities in the first team, Samper continued to impress with his performances in the Copa del Rey and other competitions.

Loan to Granada

In the 2016-2017 season, Samper was loaned to Granada CF to gain more first-team experience. He made 22 appearances for the club in La Liga, but the team struggled and was eventually relegated.

Loan to Las Palmas

For the 2017-2018 season, Samper was loaned to UD Las Palmas. Unfortunately, his time at the club was marred by injuries, limiting his appearances and impact on the team.

Vissel Kobe

In March 2019, Samper signed with Vissel Kobe in the J1 League, reuniting with former Barcelona teammates Andrés Iniesta and David Villa. He has since become an integral part of the team, contributing to their success in domestic competitions.

International Career

Samper has represented Spain at various youth levels, including the U-19 and U-21 teams. However, he has yet to make his debut for the senior national team.

Playing Style

Samper is known for his excellent technical skills, vision, and passing ability. He primarily plays as a defensive midfielder but is also capable of playing in more advanced midfield roles. His style of play has often been compared to that of Sergio Busquets, another product of La Masia.

Personal Life

Samper is known for his dedication to football and his humble personality. He has often expressed his gratitude for the opportunities he received at FC Barcelona and his desire to continue improving as a player.

Career Statistics

Club

• FC Barcelona B: 103 appearances, 2 goals
• FC Barcelona: 13 appearances, 0 goals
• Granada CF (loan): 22 appearances, 0 goals
• UD Las Palmas (loan): 5 appearances, 0 goals
• Vissel Kobe: 50 appearances, 3 goals (as of 2023)

Honours

• Copa del Rey: 2014-2015, 2015-2016
• Supercopa de España: 2016
• Emperor's Cup: 2019
• Japanese Super Cup: 2020

See Also

• FC Barcelona
• La Masia
• Vissel Kobe
• Spain national under-21 football team