Javi Sánchez (full name: Francisco Javier Sánchez Araújo) is a Spanish professional footballer born on May 4, 1997 in Madrid, Spain. He plays as a central defender and is best known for his time in Real Valladolid's organization and first team.

• Position: Centre-back
• Nationality: Spain
• Youth career: Developed through Real Madrid's youth academy (La Fábrica).
• Senior career highlights:
  • Real Madrid Castilla (Real Madrid B) — progressed through reserve team, captained Castilla in lower divisions.
  • Real Valladolid — joined on loan for the 2020–2021 season, later signed permanently; featured in La Liga and Segunda División matches for Valladolid.
• Style of play: A tall, physically strong centre-back known for aerial ability, composure on the ball, and defensive positioning. Comfortable playing out from the back due to his background in Real Madrid's system.
• Notable facts:
  • Product of one of Spain's top academies (Real Madrid).
  • Has experience captaining a reserve side and leading a defense.
  • Has played in Spain's top two tiers (La Liga and Segunda División) with Valladolid.

This summary focuses on his time associated with Real Valladolid and his background as a Spanish central defender who emerged from Real Madrid's youth setup.