Alejandro Grimaldo Garcia, or simply Alex Grimaldo, was born in Valencia, Spain, on September 20, 1995. This dynamical left wing-back, 1.70 m or 5 ft 7 in, has captured the hearts of football fans with his pace, accurate crossing, and creativity.
His journey from young dreamer to professional athlete is an inspiration to all.
Grimaldo started his football training at Valencia CF from an early age of five. It was in 2008 that Grimaldo was called to the youth academy of FC Barcelona, La Masia. The serious harm to his knee kept him out for a whole season but gave him the nickname "El Peque," meaning "the little one."
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Grimaldo made his debut for Barcelona B on 4 September 2011, becoming the youngest player in Segunda División history. He moved to SL Benfica on 29 December 2015 and quickly emerged as a key man in the Portuguese club that captured a host of titles, including the Primeira Liga.
In May 2023, he signed for Bayer Leverkusen and finished his maiden season in the Bundesliga as the top assist maker in the league, grabbing 13 assists.
From 2011 to having started out in Spanish youth ranks, Grimaldo was gradually able to rise through the cadres of both U16 and U21 levels, where his skill shone. In November 2023, he was called into the senior national team for the first time, ahead of the Euro 2024 qualifiers, making an immediate impact with an assist in his full debut against Cyprus.
Off the pitch, Grimaldo has more reasons to be happy about his personal life. He grew up in a very supportive family: his father Manuel connected with football, while his mother Maria Garcia is of Mexican descent.
Currently, Grimaldo is in a relationship with Ana Fuster García, and they have a child.
Throughout his career, Grimaldo has won accolades. He was part of Spain's U19 team that won the UEFA U19 Championship in 2012 and earned multiple selections to the Primeira Liga Team of the Year during his time at Benfica. While he shines at Bayer Leverkusen, more are in store for him.
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