Atlético de Madrid has made official the incorporation of Álex Baena, who arrives from Villarreal after successfully completing the medical examination this Tuesday. ¡Bienvenido, Álex Baena!

MADRID — Atletico Madrid continued boosting its squad by signing midfielder Álex Baena from Villarreal on Wednesday. The transfer was announced a day after Atletico said it signed 22-year-old Italian left back Matteo Ruggeri from Atalanta. Both have signed five-year contracts. Financial details were not immediately disclosed.

Left winger Alex Baena has signed for Atletico Madrid for a reported fee of €50m, committing to a five-year contract at the Metropolitano