Atletico Madrid signed Villarreal's Alex Baena for €50 million on a five-year deal. Baena, 23, is seen as a valuable addition to the left side of the team's attack under Diego Simeone. In the 2024-25 season, he registered 16 goal involvements, with seven goals and nine assists, showcasing his offensive prowess. He created 95 chances in LaLiga, leading the division, and surpassed Atletico's top playmaker, Antoine Griezmann, by 47 chances. Baena leaves Villarreal after 148 appearances, scoring 26 goals and providing 40 assists. Atletico is also pursuing Cristian Romero from Tottenham.
Atletico Madrid announced the arrival of Villarreal's Alex Baena on Wednesday, who signed a five-year deal for a reported €50 million transfer fee.
Baena had a standout season in 2024-25, with 16 goal involvements, ranking second in LaLiga for goal contributions behind Ayoze Perez.
He created 95 chances in LaLiga in 2024-25, more than any other player in the division, and significantly more than Atletico's top playmaker Antoine Griezmann.
Baena ends his time with Villarreal after 148 appearances, scoring 26 goals and providing 40 assists, and was part of the team that won the Europa League.
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