Biography
Who is Álex Grimaldo?
Early career in Spain
Álex Grimaldo was born in Valencia, Spain. He joined the youth system of FC Barcelona in 2008 to develop his skills. This move set the foundation for his professional career in European football.
He made his official debut for the Barcelona B-team on September 4, 2011. At the time, he was 15 years and 349 days old. This appearance made him the youngest player to play in a Segunda División game until Lamine Yamal broke the record in 2023.
Success at Benfica
In December 2015, he signed a contract with Benfica for 1.5 million euros. He played his first match for the Portuguese club in January 2016. During his time in Portugal, he helped the team secure multiple Primeira Liga titles, including the 2015-16, 2016-17, 2018-19, and 2022-23 seasons.
His trophy cabinet grew with wins in the Taça de Portugal and Taça da Liga. He also participated in the UEFA Champions League, scoring a goal against AEK Athens in October 2018. His consistent performance earned him several Primeira Liga Team of the Year honors.
Bayer Leverkusen and Atlético Madrid
Álex Grimaldo moved to Bayer Leverkusen on a free transfer in May 2023. He became a key player for the Bundesliga side, contributing 13 assists during the 2023-24 season. He helped the club win its first Bundesliga title and the DFB-Pokal in 2024.
During his tenure at Leverkusen, he was named to the Bundesliga Team of the Season. He also received a nomination for the 2024 Ballon d'Or. On June 30, 2026, he signed a four-year contract with Atlético Madrid for 20 million pounds plus add-ons.
International career with Spain
He represented Spain at the youth level, including the under-16, under-17, and under-19 teams. In 2012, he was part of the squad that won the UEFA European Under-19 Championship. He also earned a spot on the Team of the Tournament that same year.
His senior international career began in November 2023 during the Euro 2024 qualifiers. He was a member of the squad that won the UEFA Euro 2024 championship. Also, he was part of the Spanish team that won the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
Birthday and age
Álex Grimaldo was born on September 20, 1995, which makes Álex 31 years old today. That birthday falls under the Virgo sign. Álex shares the date with 31 other famous people.
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