- He is a Spanish professional footballer
- He plays as a midfielder for Villarreal CF and the Spanish national team
- He was a target for Barcelona but Villareal placed a high price tag on him
Alex Baena, Villareal’s midfielder was Barcelona’s target this summer but seems like they will forget about him due to the high price tag that has been placed by Villareal for his transfer, considering their financial situation.
Barcelona was interested in the young player due to his technical skills and attacking qualities, especially his dribbling and crossing ability. They considered him a suitable replacement for Sergio Busquets who is almost at his retirement age.
Villarreal has already indicated his worth to the team and they offered him a new contract a year ago, which portrayed their confidence in him and potentially strengthened their negotiating position.
His successful loan spell with Girona, impressive performances for Villareal and call-up to the national team would have increased his value.
Alex Baena biography
Alex Baena Rodriguez was born on July 20, 2001, in Roquetas de Mar, Almeria, Spain and developed some interest in football at a tender age. At six years, he joined his hometown club CD Roquetas where he took his first steps in organized football.
Alex Baena. Photo/Villarreal USA
He spent some time with the club honing his skills and that led to a move to the prestigious Villarreal CF youth academy. At the academy, he spent nine years with their youth setup, progressing through their C and B teams.
The winger made his debut with Villareal B in Segunda Division B and in the same season, he received his first taste of senior team action with two appearances for Villarreal CF in the league.
He had limited playing time with Villarreal and was sent on loan to Girona FC in the second division for the 2020-21 season, a loan that helped him regain his form and become a key player in their attack.
The midfielder contributed significantly to the team’s successful promotion campaign to La Liga, scoring goals and providing crucial assists, attracting the attention of the Spanish national team at the U21 level.
After his loan spell at Girona, he returned to Villarreal in 2022, a chapter that earned him a place in the club’s senior squad, primarily playing as a left winger or an attacking midfielder. Since then he has been a vital player for the team and his consistent performances earned him a call-up to the Spanish senior team.
He made his debut for Spain, scoring his first international goal victory over Cyprus in a Euro 2024 qualifier. He is a key player for Villarreal, poised to make a significant impact on the international stage as well.
Baena career
At six years, he joined a local club in his hometown, which earned him an opportunity to Villarreal’s CF youth academy. At the academy, he spent nine years with their youth setup, progressing through their C and B teams.
Baena made his debut with Villareal B in Segunda Division B and in the same season, he received his first taste of senior team action with two appearances for Villarreal CF in the league.
He had limited playing time with Villarreal and was sent on loan to Girona FC in the second division for the 2020-21 season, a loan that helped him regain his form and become a key player in their attack.
The midfielder contributed significantly to the team’s successful promotion campaign to La Liga, scoring goals and providing crucial assists, attracting the attention of the Spanish national team at the U21 level.
Alex Baena. Photo/Football Espana
After his loan spell at Girona, he returned to Villarreal in 2022, a chapter that earned him a place in the club’s senior squad. Internationally, he has represented Spain at the youth level and got his call-up for the senior team.
Has Barcerlona given up on Baena?
The Villareal’s midfielder was Barcelona’s target this summer but it seems like they will forget about him due to the high price tag that has been placed by Villarreal for his transfer, considering their financial situation.
They saw him as a potential transfer target, possibly a backup option but the team’s financial struggles could be the hindrance for the transfer.
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