José Aguinaga (born 11 May 1995) is a Spanish footballer who plays as a midfielder.

Career Youth career Born in Madrid, Aguinaga began his career playing for Rayo Vallecano's youth setup before moving to Real Madrid's cantera. After two years with Real Madrid, Aguinaga joined the youth system of Getafe CF.

Aguinaga also played four years of college soccer at Rider University between 2014 and 2017. While at Rider, Aguinaga made 76 appearances, scored 18 goals and tallied 32 assists.

While with the Broncs, Aguinaga also appeared for Premier Development League sides Seattle Sounders FC U-23 and New York Red Bulls U-23.

New York Red Bulls On January 21, 2018, Aguinaga was drafted in the fourth round (85th overall) of the 2018 MLS SuperDraft by New York Red Bulls. On March 15, 2018, Aguinaga signed with New York Red Bulls II of the United Soccer League. On March 31, 2018, Aguinaga made his first appearance with New York, coming on as a second-half substitute in 5–2 victory over Charleston Battery. On April 7, 2018, Aguinaga scored his first goal for New York, the equalizing goal in a 1–1 draw with Richmond Kickers. On April 14, 2018, Aguinaga started his first match for New York, scoring one goal in a 5–0 victory over Tampa Bay Rowdies.

Phoenix Rising Aguinaga was signed by Phoenix Rising FC on December 18, 2018.

El Paso Locomotive On 8 January 2021, Aguinaga moved to USL Championship side El Paso Locomotive. He left El Paso following their 2021 season.

Career statistics

ClubSeasonLeagueLeague CupUS Open CupContinentalTotalAppsGoalsAppsGoalsAppsGoalsAppsGoalsAppsGoalsSeattle Sounders FC U-232016114100000124New York Red Bulls U-232017147100000157New York Red Bulls II2018216300000246Phoenix Rising FC2019303100000246Career total46175000005117

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External links

Riders Profile