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The Hindu
2 days ago
- Sport
- The Hindu
La Liga transfer news: Spanish midfielder Alex Baena joins Atletico Madrid
Spanish international Alex Baena has signed for Atletico Madrid on a five-year deal, the La Liga club announced Wednesday. The 23-year-old arrives from Villarreal for an unspecified fee, although Spanish media report the deal could amount to nearly 50 million euros ($58.8 million). 'Atletico de Madrid and Villarreal have reached an agreement for the transfer of Alex Baena. The 23-year-old midfielder has signed for our club until June 30, 2030,' the Rojiblancos said in a statement. ALSO READ: Chelsea signs Joao Pedro from Brighton ahead of FIFA Club World Cup quarterfinal against Palmeiras Baena came through the youth academy at Villarreal and made 148 appearances for the Yellow Submarine, scoring 26 goals and laying on 40 assists. He spent the 2021/22 season on loan at Girona, before returning to his parent club and cementing his place as the key attacking component at the 2021 Europa League champion. Baena has 10 Spain caps and was part of La Roja's European Championship-winning squad last summer.
Kuwait Times
15-06-2025
- Sport
- Kuwait Times
After conquering Europe, PSG eye Club World Cup glory
PASADENA: Men walk past the Rose Bowl Stadium as preparations are undertaken ahead of the Club World Cup 2025 football match between Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) and Atletico de Madrid in Pasadena, California. – AFP LOS ANGELES: Freshly crowned kings of Europe, Paris Saint-Germain arrived this week in the United States for the Club World Cup and are treating FIFA's lucrative new competition not as a nuisance at the end of an exhausting season but as a serious objective. 'I think it is an incredible competition,' PSG coach Luis Enrique said of the Club World Cup in the immediate aftermath of his team's UEFA Champions League triumph in Munich two weeks ago. 'Our aim is to be competitive and try to win a fifth trophy of the season.' The Qatar-backed French giants could be forgiven for wanting some time to bask in the glory of their 5-0 victory over Inter Milan in Munich which allowed them to finally win the Champions League for the first time in their history. There had been numerous agonizing failures in Europe's elite club competition, as well as billions of euros spent on transfer fees on stars like Neymar and Kylian Mbappe, prior to captain Marquinhos raising the trophy aloft. 'We have made history for the club, for the city and for the whole country,' defender Lucas Hernandez told sports daily L'Equipe after the PSG squad paraded their trophy down the Champs-Elysees avenue in Paris, attended a reception with President Emmanuel Macron and celebrated with almost 50,000 fans at their Parc des Princes stadium. PSG have played 58 matches since last August and also swept all the available domestic trophies in France this season, as has become the norm in recent years. But there is simply no time to stop and reflect. Many of their players, including Champions League final hero Desire Doue, spent last week on international duty before returning to their club and departing for Los Angeles, where they will begin their Club World Cup adventure this weekend. 'The tournament itself is a really attractive prospect,' Luis Enrique told 'We have to strike the balance between managing the physical and mental fatigue we're experiencing now at the end of a long season and harnessing the motivation that comes with being involved in the competition.' PSG's opening game will be against another European heavyweight as they take on Antoine Griezmann's Atletico Madrid at the Rose Bowl in Pasadena, just outside Los Angeles, on Sunday. They will then also face South American champions Botafogo, of Brazil, before moving north to take on Seattle Sounders in their remaining Group B matches. Expected to qualify for the knockout phase without too many issues, PSG could end up playing a total of seven matches if they make it all the way to the final in New York on July 13 - just a month before their scheduled first game of next season in the UEFA Supercup against Tottenham Hotspur. The strain of such a long campaign is telling, with Ousmane Dembele - their top scorer this season with 33 goals - struggling with an injury picked up playing for France last week. They did not manage to add any new players to their squad during the brief transfer window that opened at the start of this month ahead of the tournament - reported interest in Bournemouth's Ukrainian defender Illia Zabarnyi did not turn into anything concrete. But the rewards for success in the Club World Cup are enticing and should be enough to keep Luis Enrique's squad focused on their objective, with up to a stunning $125 million in prize money on offer for the best performing European team if they manage to go all the way. — AFP
Yahoo
27-05-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Liverpool Are Among The Clubs Hoping To Land This Atletico Madrid Star: Dream Option For Slot?
In a recent report, Marca mentioned that Liverpool are among the clubs hoping to land Atletico Madrid star Julian Alvarez. It has been stated that the Reds would have to compete with Barcelona and Arsenal in the race to sign the Argentine talent this summer. Alvarez's Impressive Run Of Form In La Liga The 25-year-old had a brilliant campaign at the Madrid club after putting in a lot of productive displays for them in the final third. Alvarez banged in 29 goals and grabbed seven assists in 54 matches for Diego Simeone's side last season on all fronts. Advertisement The Argentine forward has been a reliable performer up top as he averaged 2.51 shots per game and kept 51.4% of his attempts on target in La Liga. However, Alvarez could improve his link-up play in the opponent's half, based on his pass completion rate of 74.2% in league football (stats via The Calchin-born talent is under contract at the Wanda Metropolitano until the summer of 2030. Therefore, Liverpool would have to make a huge offer if they are to stand a chance of recruiting Alvarez this off-season. MADRID, SPAIN – MAY 18: Julian Alvarez of Atletico de Madrid celebrates scoring his team's third goal during the La Liga EA Sports match between Atletico de Madrid and Real Betis Balompie at Riyadh Air Metropolitano on May 18, 2025 in Madrid, Spain. (Photo by) Is Alvarez A Dream Option For Liverpool Boss Arne Slot? Alvarez can create a yard of space for himself to get some strikes in at goal. He has got the vision to engineer some promising chances for his teammates up top and is a decent dribbler with the ball at his feet. Advertisement The Argentine talent has proven his worth as a prolific goal-scorer in the final third. He mainly functions as a centre-forward but can also operate as a winger on either flank if told to do so by his manager. Alvarez already knows the Premier League well from his time at Manchester City. Hence, he won't take much time to adjust to life in Liverpool if they manage to bring him back to England this summer. Alvarez would add plenty of goals and assists to Arne Slot's attack. He has what it takes to be a regular starter for the Merseyside club over the next few years. Therefore, Alvarez would be a dream option for the Reds to consider in this summer transfer window.
Yahoo
26-05-2025
- Sport
- Yahoo
Newcastle United Are Keeping A Keen Eye On This Atletico Madrid Full-Back: Decent Fit For Howe?
In a recent report, Fichajes stated that Newcastle United are keeping a keen eye on Atletico Madrid full-back Nahuel Molina. It is believed that the Magpies are eyeing a £17.5m move to bring the Argentine defender this summer. Molina's Decent Run Of Form In La Liga Molina managed to catch the eye at times with his performances on the right side of Diego Simeone's defence during this campaign. The Argentine talent has been involved in 44 matches for the Spanish outfit this season, scoring one goal and securing three assists across multiple competitions. Advertisement The 27-year-old has been a solid presence when defending inside his half after making 44 tackles, 16 blocks and 13 interceptions in La Liga this season. He has even distributed possession relatively well from the right flank based on his pass success rate of 79.9% in the Spanish first division (stats via Molina is under contract at the Madrid club until the summer of 2027 which would make it difficult for the Magpies to land him on the cheap in this transfer window. MADRID, SPAIN – APRIL 02: Nahuel Molina of Atletico de Madrid battles for the ball with Alejandro Balde of FC Barcelona during the Copa del Rey semifinal match between Atletico de Madrid and FC Barcelona at Riyadh Air Metropolitano on April 02, 2025 in Madrid, Spain. (Photo by Florencia) Will Molina Be A Decent Fit For Newcastle United Boss Eddie Howe? Molina is a good tackler of the ball and can time his challenges well to secure the ball back for his team inside his half. He usually puts his foot through the ball when needed and is a tidy passer as well. Advertisement The Argentine talent has done well to add some goals and assists to his game. However, there are some concerns over whether he can cope with the physical side and high intensity of the Premier League if Newcastle manage to get him on board this off-season. Molina would no doubt enhance the quality of the Tyneside club's backline. He is good enough to compete for a regular first-team spot at St. James' Park in the coming seasons. At 25, Molina is playing in his prime at the moment and could help the Magpies compete across all fronts over the next few years. Hence, he would be a good fit for Howe's needs in the short term. However, Molina might need some time to adapt to life at Newcastle, so Howe has to be patient before he can get the best out of the talented right-back.
United News of India
01-05-2025
- Business
- United News of India
Atletico de Madrid becomes partner in Rwanda's global tourism push
Kigali, May 1 (UNI) Rwanda and Atletico de Madrid, a Spain-based football club, have entered into a partnership to promote the Visit Rwanda tourism brand, the Rwanda Development Board (RDB) said. The deal marks Atletico Madrid's first-ever commercial collaboration with an African brand, according to the RDB statement issued Wednesday. The multi-year partnership, running until June 30, 2028, "reflects Rwanda's strategic ambition to position itself as a premier global hub for investment, tourism, and sports development," Jean-Guy Afrika, chief executive officer of the RDB, was quoted as saying. As a premium partner, Visit Rwanda will feature prominently on the front of Atletico de Madrid's men's first team training and warm-up kits for the remainder of the current La Liga season, including the Club World Cup. From next season, the branding will also appear on the women's first team training kits and on the back of official match jerseys for both teams, the statement added. According to the RDB, the agreement includes significant visibility across Atletico de Madrid's home stadium Riyadh Air Metropolitano, digital platforms and global fan engagement campaigns. Rwanda has also been designated as the club's official training partner, official tourism destination partner, and official coffee supplier, offering a global stage to promote Rwanda's renowned coffee and hospitality. Beyond branding and tourism promotion, the collaboration is expected to support the technical development of football in Rwanda by granting young players and coaches access to Atletico de Madrid's world-class expertise and training programs. Visit Rwanda is the tourism arm of the RDB, which spearheads Rwanda's economic transformation by enabling private sector-led growth. UNI XINHUA GNK
