Sergio Ruiz

Sergio Ruiz Alonso (born 16 December 1994) is a Spanish professional footballer who plays for UD Las Palmas on loan from American club Charlotte FC. Mainly a central midfielder, he can also play as a right back.

Club Career

Born in El Astillero, Cantabria, Ruiz represented CD Arenas de Trajanas, CA Perines and CD Laredo as a youth. In 2013, after finishing his formation, he joined Tercera Division side CD Pontejos, and made his debut for the club during the campaign.

Ruiz subsequently represented fellow fourth division sides SD Atletico Albericia and Racing de Santander B before being promoted to the latter's first team for the 2016–17 season, in Segunda Division B.

On 17 January 2019, Ruiz extended his contract with the Verdiblancos until 2022. He contributed with six goals in 34 appearances in 2018–19, as his side returned to Segunda Division after a four-year absence.

Ruiz made his professional debut on 17 August 2019, coming on as a late substitute for Alvaro Cejudo in a 0–1 home loss against Malaga CF.