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Marcos Llorente Moreno, born on 30 January 1995, is a talented Spanish professional footballer recognized for his versatility on the field. Currently playing for Atlético Madrid and the Spain national team, Llorente has distinguished himself as both a midfielder and a right-back. Developed from a young age at Real Madrid, he has achieved significant success, including winning the 2020–21 La Liga title with Atlético Madrid. Llorente's international career highlights include representing Spain at UEFA Euro 2020 and the 2022 FIFA World Cup.

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Early Years

Marcos Llorente was born in Madrid into a family with deep football roots, as his father, Francisco, and great uncle, Francisco Gento, were both wingers, and his maternal grandfather, Ramón Grosso, was a forward. Growing up in such a football-centric environment, Llorente developed a strong passion for the sport from an early age.

Youth Career

Llorente joined the youth academy of Real Madrid in 2008 when he was only 13 years old. He quickly progressed through the youth ranks and demonstrated significant potential, which earned him a promotion to the reserve team in 2014 under the management of Zinedine Zidane. His formative years at Real Madrid laid a solid foundation for his professional career, showcasing his promise as a young prospect.

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Club Career

Real Madrid

Llorente's senior debut came on 24 August 2014 with Real Madrid's B team in a match against Atlético Madrid B. He participated in 25 matches during that season, accumulating 1,637 minutes on the field. Notably, in 2015, he played friendlies with Real Madrid's first team against big clubs like Manchester City and Inter Milan. He officially made his La Liga debut on 17 October 2015, substituting for Mateo Kovačić in a match against Levante UD. Llorente spent the 2016-2017 season on loan at Deportivo Alavés, where he was instrumental, particularly in a remarkable 2–1 victory against FC Barcelona. Returning to Real Madrid, he extended his contract in 2017 until 2021 and played a part in the team's successful Champions League 2017-18 campaign.

Atlético Madrid

In June 2019, Llorente transferred to Atlético Madrid for a reported fee of £35 million, signing a five-year contract. He made his official debut for the club on 18 August 2019 in a 1–0 win against Getafe. Llorente's breakout performances came during the 2019-20 Champions League, notably scoring twice against Liverpool to secure a crucial win. In the 2020-21 season, he achieved his personal best by scoring 12 goals and assisting 11 times, contributing to Atlético's La Liga triumph.

National Team Career

Youth National Teams

Llorente debuted for Spain's under-21 team on 10 October 2016, in a 5-0 victory against Estonia during the UEFA European Under-21 Championship qualifiers.

Senior National Team

Called up to the senior national team in November 2020, Llorente first appeared in a draw against the Netherlands. He was included in the Spain squad for UEFA Euro 2020 and took part as a right-back. Additionally, he was part of the squad for the 2022 FIFA World Cup but only played in the knockout stage match against Morocco.

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Player Characteristics

Marcos Llorente is predominantly a defensive midfielder known for his versatility. He is also adept as a box-to-box midfielder and has been used effectively in advanced positions and as a supporting forward. During his tenure with Atlético Madrid, under Diego Simeone's guidance, he has also been deployed on the right side of midfield and as a right-back. Renowned for his physical attributes, Llorente's pace, height, stamina, and fitness are complemented by technical skills including visionary passing, dribbling, and effective shooting from range.

Performance Statistics

Llorente played a pivotal role during the 2020-21 season, scoring 12 times and providing 11 assists, marking him as one of Atlético Madrid's standout performers. At the national level, his appearances began in 2020, and he has since been a flexible option across different formations.

Records

Llorente became Atlético Madrid's first player since Diego Forlán to record double digits in both goals and assists in a single La Liga season.

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Achievements

Team Achievements

UEFA Champions League: 2017–18 (Real Madrid)
FIFA Club World Cup: 2017, 2018 (Real Madrid)
La Liga: 2020–21 (Atlético Madrid)
UEFA European Under-21 Championship runner-up: 2017 (Spain U21)

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Career Overview

Llorente has made significant contributions to both club and national teams. His breakthrough performances and versatility have bolstered his reputation as a valuable player, particularly highlighted by his pivotal role in Atlético Madrid's recent La Liga title win.

Personal Life

Llorente's family background profoundly influenced his football career. His commitment and dedication extend beyond the pitch, although specific details about his commercial or charitable activities are not mentioned in the source.

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Marcos Llorente: Career