Biography
Who is Diego Llorente?
Early life and career beginnings
Diego Llorente Javier Llorente Ríos was born in Madrid, Spain, on August 16, 1993. He entered the youth system of Real Madrid in July 2002 at a young age. During the 2012 and 2013 season, he made his senior debut with the club's C team in a match against Caudal Deportivo. He subsequently appeared with Real Madrid Castilla and eventually made his debut for the main squad in La Liga.
To gain further experience, Diego was sent on a season-long loan to Rayo Vallecano in July 2015. He scored his first top flight goal in January 2016 during a match against Real Sociedad. Later that year in July, he joined Málaga CF on another temporary loan deal in the top tier division.
Club career progression
In June 2017, Diego signed a five-year contract with Real Sociedad. During his time with the team, he scored in both league competition and the UEFA Europa League group stage. He later moved to Leeds United in September 2020 on a four-year deal for a reported fee of £18 million, making his Premier League debut against Chelsea and scoring his first league goal against Liverpool.
Diego later joined Italian club AS Roma on loan in January 2023, where he played in the Europa League final against Sevilla. After returning to the Stadio Olimpico for another season, he moved permanently to Real Betis in July 2024 on a four-year contract after the club reached an agreement with Leeds United.
International career
Diego earned his first call-up to the Spain national team under manager Vicente del Bosque in May 2016 for a friendly match against Bosnia and Herzegovina. He made his full international debut later that same month by replacing Cesc Fàbregas in a victory against Switzerland.
In May 2021, Diego was selected by Luis Enrique to be part of the squad for UEFA Euro 2020. On the field, he operates primarily as a central defender or a defensive midfielder, utilizing his right foot, strong aerial ability, and positioning skills.
Birthday and age
Diego Llorente was born on August 16, 1993, which makes Diego 33 years old today. That birthday falls under the Leo sign. Diego shares the date with 41 other famous people.
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