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Álex Baena
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Álex Baena

Left WingerSpain25 years oldPlays for Atlético de Madrid

Photo: Bryan Berlin, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons; resized and cropped.

1. Scouting report & biography

Executive Summary

Álex Baena Rodríguez, born 2001-07-20, is a Spanish left winger (right-footed, 172 cm) who plays for Atlético de Madrid. His contract runs until 2030-06-30.

Playing Style and Key Attributes

As a winger operating on the left side, Baena uses his right foot to drive forward with pace and technical skill. His set-piece delivery is an attribute, evident in goals against Málaga and Sevilla. The World Cup experience provided mental recovery, boosting his confidence. He excels in creating chances through intelligent movement off the ball while maintaining defensive discipline. Despite his compact frame, his physicality enables rapid direction changes.

Transfers and Outlook

Scouts view Baena as a versatile winger capable of delivering individual brilliance and team-oriented contributions. While no major transfer rumors dominate the current discourse, his established profile and consistent performances indicate sustained demand across European leagues. The contract until 2030-06-30 provides stability for both player and club.

2. Audited transfer history

Villarreal CF→Atlético de Madrid
42000000Feb 2025
Girona FC→Villarreal CF
FreeJun 2022
Villarreal CF→Girona FC
FreeAug 2021
Villarreal CF B→Villarreal CF
FreeJan 2020
Villarreal CF U19→Villarreal CF B
FreeJan 2019
CD Roda U19→Villarreal CF U19
FreeJan 2018
FC Villarreal Youth→CD Roda U19
FreeJan 2017

Dossiers on Álex Baena

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  • Logged 3d agoEvidence 18/100 · Speculative
    Atlético de Madrid→Tottenham Hotspur

    Álex Baena: Atlético de Madrid to Tottenham Hotspur

    First reported
    No first-hand report
    Sources
    0 independent
    3 outlets · 3 articles
    Stage
    interest
    Bid
    €80m

    OneFootball reports Tottenham Hotspur are considering an €80 million bid for Atlético Madrid player Álex Baena, with La Razón cited as the source. Football Place and Sport Witness echo the same figure, stating Tottenham…