Biography
Who is Sergio Canales Madrazo?
Early life and professional start
Born in Santander, Cantabria, Sergio began his path in the youth system of his hometown club, Racing de Santander. In 2006, Deportivo de La Coruña purchased half of his playing rights as part of a transfer deal that saw Pedro Munitis return to Racing with other players moving the other way.
He made his official debut for Racing de Santander in a UEFA Cup game against FC Honka in September 2008, which ended in a victory. Shortly after, he made his first appearance in the Spanish top division against CA Osasuna. His performances during his first full season included six goals and four assists, which helped his team avoid relegation from the top tier.
Real Madrid and Valencia years
In early 2010, Real Madrid announced they had signed Sergio Canales Madrazo to a six-year contract for a fee of 4.5 million euros. He made his debut on August 4, scoring a goal in a friendly win over Club América. Over the course of a single season, he made 518 minutes of action and participated in a Copa del Rey winning campaign.
The following year, he moved to Valencia on a two-year loan agreement. While playing for Valencia, he suffered a significant knee injury, tearing a cruciate ligament in a match against Athletic Bilbao. After a period of recovery, he eventually joined Valencia on a permanent transfer for 7.5 million euros.
Real Sociedad and Real Betis
After leaving Valencia, Sergio signed with Real Sociedad. During his time there, he scored four goals in 36 appearances in his first full season. On December 30, 2015, he suffered another serious knee injury in his left leg during a match at Real Madrid. He represented the club until the summer of 2018.
He then joined Real Betis as a free agent, signing a four-year contract. During the 2020–21 season, he achieved a career-best of eight goals. His international career includes success with Spain’s youth squads, where he helped win the 2008 UEFA European Under-17 Championship and the 2013 European Under-21 Championship. He debuted for the senior national team in 2019 and later won the UEFA Nations League in 2023.
Move to Monterrey and return to Spain
In July 2023, Sergio Canales Madrazo moved to Mexico to join Liga MX club C.F. Monterrey on a three-year contract. During his time abroad, he demonstrated his scoring ability, including two goals in a win against C.D. Guadalajara in September 2023. He was recognized in the Liga MX Best XI for Apertura 2024 and 2025, and selected as a Liga MX All-Star in both years.
He remained with the team until the expiration of his contract in April 2026. Shortly after his departure from Mexico, he returned to his original club, Racing de Santander, which had recently earned promotion back to the top division of Spanish football.
Birthday and age
Sergio Canales Madrazo was born on February 16, 1991, which makes Sergio 35 years old today. That birthday falls under the Aquarius sign. Sergio shares the date with 53 other famous people.
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