Fabrizio Romano: Atletico Madrid and Villarreal Agree on Alex Baena Transfer for €45 Million

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Renowned insider Fabrizio Romano reports that football club Atletico Madrid has reached an agreement with Villarreal for the transfer of midfielder Alex Baena.

The deal for the 23-year-old Spaniard is valued at 45 million euros, with the potential addition of 5 million euros in bonuses.

In the previous season, Baena participated in 33 matches across all competitions, scoring seven goals and providing ten assists. According to the Transfermarkt portal, the player`s current market value is estimated at 55 million euros.

Malcolm Thwaites
Malcolm Thwaites

Malcolm Thwaites, 44, respected sports writer based in Newcastle. Specializes in the historical and cultural aspects of football, particularly focusing on northern English clubs.

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