Hólger Quintero
Full name: Hólger Jamil Quintero Preciado
Country: Ecuador
Date of birth: 15/06/2009 (15 years old)
Place of birth: Esmeraldas (Ecuador)
Height: 172cm
Youth career: Independiente del Valle
Current club: Independiente del Valle
Squad number: —
Current national team: Ecuador U-17
Position: central midfielder, attacking midfielder, winger
Preferred foot: right
Market value (by transfermarkt.de): —
Tournaments participated in: 2024 South American U-15 Championship (4/0)
Contract until: unknown
Player’s agent: unknown
Transfer rumours: —
Similar type of player: Renato Sanches/Thiago Alcântara
Strengths:
– pace 
– acceleration
– technique
– ball control
– creativity
– passing
– vision
– dribbling
– first touch
– agility
– flair
– football IQ 
– work rate
– versatility
To improve:
– a magnificent technical prospect with immense potential, he should continue to work on refining the tactical aspects of his game and focus on improving the consistency of his decision-making
Style of play:
– roaming playmaker/advanced playmaker
– player with a low centre of gravity, superb agility, flair, changes of pace, and coordination
– excellent technique on the ball, mobility, acceleration skills, fast direction shifts, short-dribbling, and good short-mid through passing ability
– superb combination of a dribbler and creator, who likes to speed up the game with his dribbling and passing skills
– likes to play in a free role granted the freedom to roam the pitch and find space
– often initiates his attacks from the left wing or half-spaces
– mobile and dynamic ball carrier with futsal-like close control and high on-the-ball bravery, capable of weaving through defenses with spectacular solo runs
– possesses excellent technique, vision, and the confidence to execute decisive passes, consistently setting up goal-scoring opportunities for his teammates
– likes to use his trickery and skills to maintain possession of the ball, showcasing his flair and creativity, particularly in tight situations
– a true game-changer, capable of deciding matches with his moments of brilliance on the ball
– fantastic ball control and footwork at top speed
– displays a natural technique to make fast decisions in limited spaces
– very positive on the ball, unpredictable, and confident of his skills
– highly dangerous on the counterattack due to his pace and movement, combining well in fast, 1-2 plays
– even though his defensive positioning is still a work in progress, he demonstrates encouraging signs with his work rate and tenacity in the defensive phase
– able to pass, carry the ball, and shoot comfortably with his weaker left foot
– good direct and indirect set-piece taker
Quintero makes a surging run into the penalty area, effortlessly beats his opponent, and delivers a superb assist.
Quintero nutmegs his opponent, drives forward with a progressive carry, and delivers a brilliant no-look pass to the wing.
Quintero cuts inside, glides past two opponents, and delivers an intelligent pass to accelerate the play.
Heatmap by Wyscout:
He is best suited to playing as:
Central midfielder in 4-3-3.
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Achievements:
2024 South American U-15 Championship runner-up with Ecuador.
League summary (as of 22 April 2025):
No senior team appearances yet.
Description:
Hólger Quintero emerges from the distinguished Independiente del Valle Academy, widely regarded as one of South America’s premier youth development systems. This institution has consistently nurtured outstanding talents in recent years, including Kendry Páez, Moisés Caicedo, Piero Hincapié, Gonzalo Plata, and William Pacho. His twin brother Edwin is also an exceptional prospect. In 2024, they both represented Ecuador at the South American U-15 Championship, where the team secured a silver medal, showcasing a magnificent generation of players. Alongside the Quintero brothers, standout talents included Deinner Ordóñez, Justin Lerma, Juan Riquelme Angulo, Malcom Dacosta, Darío Castillo, Virgilio Olaya, and Ederson Castillo.
Quotes:
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Football Talent Scout potential rating:
9,5/10 
Player has the potential to become a key player in a top European club.
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