17 Facts About Nolito

Nolito totalled 243 games and 60 goals in La Liga, where he represented Granada, Celta and Sevilla.

Nolito made his debut for Spain in November 2014, representing the nation at Euro 2016.

Nolito made his first-team debut in Tercera Division with the latter club at the age of just 15, scoring on his debut, and moved to Valencia in 2003, where he wrapped up his formative years.

Nolito arrived at Barcelona's youth academy at nearly 22 years of age, after scoring 13 times for Ecija the previous campaign.

In late May 2011, Nolito rejected Barcelona's offer of a professional contract and instead signed a five-year deal with Portuguese club Benfica, effective as of 1 July.

Nolito managed 15 goals in 48 competitive appearances in his first season, helping his team to win the Taca da Liga.

Nolito signed with Celta de Vigo on 1 July 2013, penning a four-year deal and reuniting with former Barcelona B boss Luis Enrique.

Nolito finished his debut campaign as team top scorer with 14.

Nolito was named La Liga Player of the Month for September 2014, with four goals during a month which ended with the side in sixth position.

Nolito created 96 goalscoring opportunities over the campaign, the most in the Spanish league and fourth most in Europe's five leading leagues.

Nolito totalled three goals and an assist that month to help them remain unbeaten, earning him a second Player of the Month accolade.

Nolito made a few appearances during his time in Manchester, but he and his family were unsettled by life in England.

On 18 June 2020, Nolito rejoined Celta on a reported one-year deal.

On 5 September 2022, Nolito joined second-tier Ibiza on a free transfer, on a two-year deal.

Nolito's contract was terminated in June 2023, and he announced his retirement at 36 on 13 September.

Nolito did not earn a single cap for Spain at youth level.

On 17 May 2016, Nolito was named in the preliminary squad for the final tournament in France.