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Spain left back Álex Grimaldo returns home to join Atlético Madrid from Bayer Leverkusen

Spain left back Alejandro “Álex” Grimaldo is finally returning home after joining Atlético Madrid from Bundesliga side Bayer Leverkusen

JUNE 30 • Associated Press

Signs for Atletico until 2030 Grimaldo has joined Atletico Madrid from Bayer Leverkusen on a contract until June 2030, the club announced.

Impact 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.

JUNE 30 • ROTOWIRE

Inefficient in service Grimaldo recorded three shots (one on goal), 14 crosses (two accurate) and six corners in Saturday's 1-1 draw versus Hamburger SV.

Impact Grimaldo had a good stretch late in the season but only logged one assist in his last six matches of what was an otherwise successful campaign. He'll be an important part of Leverkusen's plans next season in both the Bundesliga and Europa League, but he'll need to be more efficient with his service in order to bump up his assist total from eight in the 2025-26 season.

MAY 17 • ROTOWIRE

Sets up late insurance goal Grimaldo had an assist while taking two off target shots, crossing five times (one accurate), creating six chances, making three interceptions and five tackles (winning two) during...

Impact Grimaldo set up Patrik Schick in the 89th minute while leading Leverkusen in crosses, chances created, interceptions and tackles during the win. The assist was the first since March 21st for Grimaldo as he's combined for 10 shots, 12 chances created and 22 crosses over his last three starts.

MAY 2 • ROTOWIRE

12 crosses against Augsburg Grimaldo recorded six shots (zero on goal), 12 crosses (eight accurate) and six corners in Saturday's 2-1 defeat against FC Augsburg.

Impact Grimaldo was the most active presence in Saturday's 2-1 home defeat against Augsburg, leading all players with eight successful crosses and corners while consistently threatening in the final third without finding the winning contribution his side needed. Grimaldo has now recorded eight goals and seven assists across 25 Bundesliga appearances this season, making him one of the division's most productive defenders in 2025-26.

APRIL 19 • ROTOWIRE

12 crosses against Augsburg Grimaldo recorded six shots (zero on goal), 12 crosses (eight accurate) and six corners in Saturday's 2-1 defeat against FC Augsburg.

APRIL 19 • ROTOWIRE

Nets brace Saturday Grimaldo scored a goal while taking six shots (four on goal), crossing 12 times (four accurate) and creating four chances during Saturday's 6-3 win over Wolfsburg.

Impact Grimaldo scored in the 30th and 44th minutes while leading Leverkusen in shots, crosses and chances created during the victory. The goals wer ehte first since March 7th for the wing-back as he's combined for five goal involvements, nine shots, 10 chances created and 24 crosses in his last three league appearances.

APRIL 4 • ROTOWIRE

Assists twice in 3-3 draw Grimaldo assisted twice to go with seven crosses (three accurate) and four corners in Saturday's 3-3 draw against FC Heidenheim.

Impact Grimaldo assisted Patrik Schick twice as he provided his sixth and seventh assists of the season. He has 13 goal involvements so far this season in 22 Bundesliga games. He created three chances in the game to make it nine games in a row where he has created at least two chances. He continues his run as Leverkusen's main set-piece taker as he attempted seven crosses, including four corners.

MARCH 22 • ROTOWIRE

Strong in service Grimaldo recorded 13 crosses (three accurate) and five corners in Tuesday's 2-0 loss to Arsenal.

Impact Grimaldo was a service machine, whipping in 13 crosses and also taking five corner kicks. Unfortunately, he wasn't able to connect with a teammate in this elimination game. He's likely to have better luck offensively against Heidenheim though, as the side has conceded 58 times in Bundesliga play this season.

MARCH 17 • ROTOWIRE

Available after ban Grimaldo will be available to play again in all competitions after being ineligible in the last Bundesliga draw against Bayern.

Impact Grimaldo is an essential player for his team, helping in both attacking and defensive work on the left flank and sharing set pieces with Aleix Garcia, so he'll likely be active for the remainder of the season. The wing-back is in good form after scoring and assisting once over his last two games played across all competitions. His return could lead Ernest Poku back to the right side and Montrell Culbreath to the bench.

MARCH 14 • ROTOWIRE

Assists from corner Grimaldo (suspension) assisted once to go with three crosses (two accurate) and one corner in Wednesday's 1-1 draw against Arsenal. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 9...

Impact Grimaldo's floated ball to the back post Wednesday setup the lone Bayer Leverkusen goal in their 1-1 home draw versus Arsenal. In addition to his assist, the wide-midfielder contributed three tackles (two won) and three clearances to the defensive effort across his 90 minutes of play. Grimaldo has played the full 90 minutes over seven successive appearances (all competitions),

MARCH 12 • ROTOWIRE

Won't play against Bayern Grimaldo will serve a one-match ban due to an accumulation of five yellow cards in the Bundesliga.

Impact Grimaldo picked up his fifth yellow card in Bundesliga play and will miss Saturday's showdown against Bayern due to suspension. The left wing back has been a locked-in starter on the left flank for the Werkself all season, so his absence creates a real hole in the starting XI and forces a tactical reshuffle. Ernest Poku is expected to step into the role against the Bavarians, similar to the previous occasions when the Spaniard was forced to miss time.

MARCH 9 • ROTOWIRE

Nets one Saturday Grimaldo scored one goal to go with three shots (one on goal), five crosses (four accurate) and two corners in Saturday's 3-3 draw against SC Freiburg. In addition, he was given a...

Impact Grimaldo recorded his first league goal since Jan 10, putting him at six goals with five assists on the season. He's also maintained consistency, starting in all 21 games played this season, managing to keep a starting role even after coming back from injury.

MARCH 8 • ROTOWIRE

Sends in a dozen crosses Grimaldo took two shots (one on goal), crossed 12 times (four accurate), created two chances and made two interceptions during Wednesday's 1-0 win over Hamburg.

Impact Grimaldo was held off the scoresheet but led Leverkusen in both crosses and interceptions during the victory. The wing-back has combined for five shots, 10 chances created and 27 crosses over his last three league appearances.

MARCH 5 • ROTOWIRE

Efficient in service Grimaldo had five crosses (three accurate) and four corners in Saturday's 1-1 draw versus Mainz.

Impact He didn't get an assist, but Grimaldo was stellar in his efforts to put in good balls for teammates and kept the Leverkusen attack going despite an early setback. He should have better production results if he maintains this efficiency against Hamburger SV. The side has allowed 32 goals in Bundesliga play through 22 games.

FEBRUARY 28 • ROTOWIRE

Brillant performance in tie Grimaldo recorded two shots (zero on goal), five crosses (three accurate) and two corners in Tuesday's 0-0 draw versus Olympiacos.

Impact Grimaldo was a nonstop weapon down the left flank and came inches from finding the net around the hour mark, ripping a vicious left-footed strike from a tight angle that thundered off the crossbar. He also whipped in the service for Patrik Schick's early headed look and kept Olympiacos under siege with relentless set-piece pressure. Grimaldo stuffed the stat sheet with five shots, five tackles (four won) and a season-high three interceptions, capping off a dominant two-way performance with the MVP trophy.

FEBRUARY 25 • ROTOWIRE

Solid effort Grimaldo generated three shots (zero on goal), 10 crosses (three accurate) and three corners in Saturday's 1-0 loss to Union Berlin.

Impact Grimaldo put up 10 crosses with three shots during the loss to Union Berlin on Saturday. He's collected one goal and assist in the last seven league appearances, totaling 33 crosses and 11 tackles in that span, with five goals and assist on the season.

FEBRUARY 22 • ROTOWIRE

Provides assist Wednesday Grimaldo had an assist while taking one shot (on goal), crossing four times (two accurate), creating two chances, making three interceptions and four tackles (winning three) during...

Impact Grimaldo set up Patrik Schick in the 63rd minute assisting Leverkusen's second goal while leading the team in crosses, chances created, interceptions and tackles during the victory. The assist was the first in the Champions League since October as he's combined for two goal involvements, seven shots, five chances created and 19 crosses over his last three appearances in the competition.

FEBRUARY 18 • ROTOWIRE

Assists in win Grimaldo had an assist while taking one shot (off target), crossing twice inaccurately, creating two chances and making two interceptions during Saturday's 3-1 win over Frankfurt.

Impact Grimaldo set up Arthur in the 26th minute assisting the opening goal of the match while leading Leverkusen in chances created and interceptions. The assist was the first since November for Grimaldo as he's combined for four shots, four chances created and 14 crosses over his last three league appearances.

JANUARY 31 • ROTOWIRE

Scores goal to seal 3-0 victory Grimaldo scored one goal to go with two shots (one on goal), seven crosses (one accurate) and two corners in Wednesday's 3-0 victory against Villarreal.

Impact Grimaldo scored his fourth Champions League goal of the campaign as he helped seal Leverkusen's qualification to the playoff phase of the Champions League. The wing-back has also scored five goals and provided four assists in 14 Bundesliga games this season. He attempted seven crosses in the match, the third time he has reached this number or higher in the last four games.

JANUARY 30 • ROTOWIRE

Leverkusen's main threat Grimaldo took four shots (two on goal), crossing eight times (one accurate) and creating a chance during Tuesday's 2-0 loss to Olympiacos.

Impact Grimaldo was held off the scoresheet, but led Leverkusen in shots and crosses during Tuesday's defeat. The match broke a streak of two straight games with a goal in the Champions League for Grimaldo as he remains Leverkusen's main threat with eight shots, six chances created and 19 crosses over his last three appearances in the competition.

JANUARY 20 • ROTOWIRE

Scores clubs lone goal Grimaldo scored one goal to go with four shots (two on goal), two crosses (zero accurate) and one corner in Saturday's 4-1 loss versus VfB Stuttgart. In addition, he was given a ye...

Impact Grimaldo would be the only bright spot of Saturday's match, with the midfielder recording a goal in the second half to simmer the pain a bit. This comes after two games out injured, appearing to have taken no steps back due to the injury. He is up to five goals and four assists in league play this season, easily their lead player this campaign.

JANUARY 12 • ROTOWIRE

Stuttgart sweeps aside Leverkusen as snow hampers the Bundesliga

Stuttgart has surged into contention for the Bundesliga's Champions League places after Jamie Leweling scored twice in a 4-1 win over Bayer Leverkusen

JANUARY 10 • Associated Press

Starting to face Stuttgart Grimaldo (strain) is in the starting XI for Saturday's match against Stuttgart.

Impact Grimaldo is with his team and fit as expected, with the midfielder shaking off a strain to be fit for the starting XI immediately. He has easily been their most crucial player with his four goals and four assists this season in 12 appearances, set to continue on the left as a regular starter if he is fit.

JANUARY 10 • ROTOWIRE

Returns from injury Grimaldo (strain) is back available for Saturday's clash against Stuttgart, coach Kasper Hjulmand said in the press conference, according to BILD.

Impact Grimaldo missed the last two Bundesliga games of the year due to a muscular injury that he could clear over the Winter break since he is back available for Saturday's clash against Stuttgart. The Spaniard has been an undisputed starter for the Werkself since his arrival at the club and his return will be a major boost for the team given the fact he is also the main set-piece taker.

JANUARY 9 • ROTOWIRE

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Spain left back Álex Grimaldo returns home to join Atlético Madrid from Bayer Leverkusen

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