Atlético's stance on the future of Álex Baena

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Atletico de Madrid has rejected any possibility of transferring Álex Baena amidst the growing interest shown by Manchester City. The latest rumors of Atletico's transfers confirm that they do not want to sell the Spanish player.

As revealed by Football Insider on September 11, 2026, the board of the red and white entity considers the Spanish international a non-negotiable strategic piece, supported by a long-term contract that ties the player to the Madrid club until June 2030.

Álex Baena's Consolidation in Diego Simeone's Scheme

The 25-year-old forward has started the 2026-2027 season with direct involvement in 4 goals in his first 5 official matches played in LaLiga EA Sports. This performance contrasts with his first season under Diego Simeone's guidance, where the player scored 5 goals after his transfer from Villarreal in exchange for £39 million (€46 million).

His consolidation as an undisputed starter in the Spanish national team during the 2026 World Cup confirmed the player's growth, having already made it into the Spanish league's ideal eleven in the 2024-2025 season after scoring 16 goals in 32 matches. Therefore, Atletico's technical secretariat has no plans to engage in negotiations during the January winter market.

Manchester City's Monitoring following Squad Movements

From Manchester City's side, the club's scouts continue to keep an eye on the winger for the left flank. The Premier League entity strengthened that position at the close of the last summer market by signing Iliman Ndiaye from Everton for £65 million (€77 million), following the departures of Omar Marmoush and Savinho.

Despite having players in the wings, the British board will keep monitoring the Spanish international. However, the offices at the Metropolitano Stadium reiterate that only an economically exceptional proposal or the activation of his release clause would alter the planned sports strategy for the squad.

Manchester City's emissaries will evaluate the player's performance during the UEFA Champions League matches in October and November 2026. Atletico de Madrid does not plan to meet with English representatives in the January 2027 window, relying entirely on Álex Baena's remaining 4-year contract against any formal approach.

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