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.

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!

Atletico Madrid have completed the signing of Alex Baena from Villarreal, with the Spanish midfielder putting pen to paper on a five-year contract that runs until 2030.The 23-year-old, known for his