Baena: The Ideal Reinforcement for Atlético?
Álex Baena, the talented midfielder from Villarreal, has emerged as a strategic target for Atlético de Madrid. His quality, potential, and ability to fit into Simeone’s system make him a highly coveted player.
Although his release clause amounts to 60 million, the transfer is expected to exceed 50 million, given the strong competition from Premier League clubs. Baena was already a subject of interest during the talks for Sorloth, and his outstanding performance at the Metropolitano in January, where Villarreal drew 1-1, solidified Atleti’s interest.
His statistics are impressive: eight assists and six pre-assists in La Liga, leading in successful passes into the box and passes that end in a shot. Furthermore, he stands out for his shots from outside the area and successful accelerations.
Atlético sees Baena as the solution to enhance their left flank, where Simeone is looking for a player who provides dynamism and imagination. Baena fits perfectly in the 4-4-2, but can also play as an inside midfielder or attacking midfielder, also excelling at set pieces. With a busy summer ahead, Atlético could find in Baena the ideal reinforcement to propel the team towards new successes.
