David Otorbi demands a starting position at Valencia

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17/10/26 21:00:00

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David Otorbi, an 18-year-old winger, has become the focus of the latest news from Valencia CF as he has put himself forward to get more playing time under Javier Aguirre after scoring his first goal with the first team. The academy player scored the decisive 2-2 against Racing de Santander in the debut of the Mexican coach, becoming one of the protagonists of the eighth matchday of LaLiga.

🛟 WAR TO THE RESCUE! His assist to Otorbi saved a point for @valenciacf #LALIGAenDAZN ⚽ https://t.co/qrU8gbNE6i

— DAZN España (@DAZN_ES) October 11, 2026

David Otorbi responds to Javier Aguirre with his first goal

The forward began the match on the bench after Javier Aguirre opted for other offensive alternatives. However, the course of the game forced the coach to seek solutions when Valencia was losing by 2-1 at El Sardinero.

Otorbi entered the field in the 58th minute, replacing Filip Ugrinic. Just seven minutes later, he took advantage of an assist from Javi Guerra to score the equalizer and prevent Valencia from facing defeat.

The winger had another chance to complete the comeback. His shot was deflected for a corner, but his offensive contribution also included a cross that led to a header by Hugo Duro in the final minutes.

His performance becomes crucial due to Aguirre's initial decisions, which left several academy players out of the starting lineup. Among them was Aarón Mayol, another young talent who had gained prominence in recent weeks. Here are the changes made by Javier Aguirre since his arrival at Valencia.

The draw did not allow Valencia to escape the relegation zone, but David Otorbi's performance offers the coach an option for the upcoming matches. The player only needed seven minutes after coming on to score his first official goal.

Valencia CF has a contract with David Otorbi until 2028

The attacker's emergence is not a recent bet. Valencia CF renewed his contract in April 2026, extending his deal until June 2028, with options to extend it for three additional seasons.

Otorbi joined the Valencia Academy in 2019 and progressed through the youth ranks until his first-team debut. His official debut came on January 7, 2024, during a Copa del Rey match against Cartagena.

On that day, he set the record for the youngest player to debut officially for Valencia, at 16 years, two months, and 19 days. He also became the youngest debutant of the club in La Liga.

During the 2025/26 season, he featured in 18 matches for Valencia Mestalla, where he scored one goal and provided five assists before renewing his contract.

David Otorbi seeks continuity in LaLiga

The goal against Racing adds to the recent appearances of Mayol and Aimar Blázquez, players who have also been given opportunities in a period of sporting difficulties for the first team.

The next decision will be up to Javier Aguirre, who will have to assess whether to increase David Otorbi's involvement after his goal in Santander. The winger will face the upcoming La Liga matches with the chance to become a regular alternative within the offensive rotation.

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