Jana Fernández Velasco

Jana Fernández Velasco is a Spanish right-wing back currently playing for the London City Lionesses in the Women's Super League. Known for her dynamic play on the flanks, Fernández brings a robust defensive presence to the field, coupled with her ability to progress play effectively. At 24 years old, she has already accumulated 1,633 minutes over 17 games this season, illustrating her role as a key player in the Lionesses' squad. Despite not scoring or assisting directly in the current season, her underlying statistics reveal a significant contribution to her team's performance.

Fernández excels as a Progressor, a player archetype that underlines her strength in advancing the ball up the field. She boasts an impressive average progressive carrying distance of 50.49 meters and a progressive passing distance of 266.55 meters per game. Her ability to intercept passes and challenge opponents, with 4.77 interceptions and 4.95 challenges per game, evidences her defensive acumen. With a challenge success rate of 57%, Fernández effectively thwarts opposition plays and initiates her team’s attacking movements. Despite her modest estimated transfer value of €357K, her playmaker rank positions her as one of the top contributors on the field, reflecting her impact beyond traditional scoring metrics.