Alejandro Grimaldo
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Withdraws with thigh injury
Grimaldo has withdrawn from the Spain squad after experiencing discomfort in his left thigh during the warmup before the 4-1 win over Croatia, according to the Spanish Football Federation.
Analysis: Grimaldo was initially named among the substitutes against Croatia but was unable to feature after feeling discomfort in his left quadriceps during the warmup. Subsequent tests prompted Spain to release the left-back from the squad as a precaution, though the federation did not provide a timetable for his recovery. Fran Garcia has been called up in his place, while Grimaldo will return to Atletico Madrid for further management of the issue.
Signs for Atletico until 2030
Grimaldo has joined Atletico Madrid from Bayer Leverkusen on a contract until June 2030, the club announced.
Analysis: Grimaldo made 145 appearances for Leverkusen since joining in 2023, scoring 30 goals and providing 45 assists, playing a key role in the club's historic Bundesliga and DFB Pokal double in 2023/24 as well as their UEFA Europa League runner-up finish and German Super Cup triumph the following season. Grimaldo previously spent seven and a half seasons at Benfica after progressing through Barcelona's academy, making 303 appearances and winning four league titles along with three Portuguese Super Cups, a domestic cup and a league cup. The versatile defender, who can also operate as a wingback, interior midfielder or attacking midfielder, won Euro 2024 with Spain and is currently representing his country at the World Cup, where he hopes to add another major international title to his collection.
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