Chuki
SVW
Attacking Midfielder
Left Winger
Shadow Striker
Apr 29, 2004 (22)
Left
5'9"
141 lb
Tallies an assist
Chuki assisted once to go with three shots (three on goal), four crosses (zero accurate) and one corner in Saturday's 3-2 victory over FC Augsburg.
Analysis: Chuki didn't have any accurate crosses but he was able to get an assist as part of Werder Bremen's scoring outburst. The midfielder will need to be more accurate if he wants to help his side break down a Borussia Dortmund defense which has only given up two goals so far in Bundesliga play.
Busy in draw
Chuki had three shots (one on goal), seven crosses (three accurate) and three corners in Saturday's 1-1 draw versus 1. FC Koln.
Analysis: Cantalejo had plenty of volume throughout Saturday's draw, but failed to get on the scoresheet. He was busy in every aspect of the match, including a nice role on set-pieces. If he can retain that role it would be a big boon for his floor in the coming weeks.
Assists in win
Chuki assisted once to go with one shot (zero on goal), two crosses (zero accurate) and one corner in Saturday's 3-1 win versus RB Leipzig. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 23rd minute.
Analysis: Chuki recorded an assist in 83 minutes during Saturday's win against Leipzig. After arriving from Real Valladolid, he has already shown his attacking quality, building on a strong 2025/26 campaign in which he recorded seven goals and eight assists in 35 La Liga 2 appearances.
Returns to training
Chuki returned to team training Wednesday following an illness related absence, the club announced.
Analysis: Chuki had been out for several days and missed the start of the club's training camp in Harsewinkel as a result, though his return now allows him to resume preseason preparations alongside his teammates. The midfielder could push for a starting role as the club builds toward the new season, and Chuki is expected to continue building toward full match involvement as preseason continues.
Signs for Werder Bremen
Chuki has joined Werder Bremen from Real Valladolid ahead of the 2026/27 campaign, the club announced.
Analysis: Chuki contributed an impressive 15 goal involvements across 34 appearances in the Spanish second division this season, demonstrating the quality that convinced Werder to bring him to the Bundesliga. Head of professional football Peter Niemeyer praised his first and second division experience in Spain at such a young age and his significant development potential, while coach Daniel Thioune highlighted his versatility to operate centrally or on the flanks as a key factor behind the recruitment. Chuki expressed deep emotion at leaving his hometown club Valladolid, where he made 55 competitive appearances and scored nine goals, but described the move to Bremen as a well-considered decision and the best possible next step for his career.
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