José María Giménez
Defender #2
Age 30 years
Nationality Uruguay
Market Value €15M
Career
No transfer history
Scout Report
Our breakdown of how this player plays, built from this season's match data.
José María Giménez de Vargas is a above average MAGNET for Atletico Madrid. Evidence: 74 Touches/90.
Player DNA
Are they a specialist or an all-rounder? The shape tells the story.
A specialist who excels in Workrate (78/100) but has room to grow in Passing.
José María Giménez de Vargas Traits
Percentile rankings show how a player compares to others. 90% means they rank higher than 90% of comparable players.
vs Defenders
Height 63%
Weight 53%
Experience 79%
vs La Liga
Height 69%
Weight 64%
Experience 82%
Traits
DECORATED EUROPEAN ELITE CHAMPION
Player DNA
Five dimensions that show what kind of player they are
Dribbling 29
Shooting 58
Defense 53
Workrate 78
Passing 11
Key Strength 78 Workrate
Area to Watch 11 Passing
Match Stats
Match-by-match record for José María Giménez de Vargas this season
| Date | Fixture | Mins | Rating | G | A | FM Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mar 18, 2026 | Tottenham 3-2 Atletico Madrid | 6' | - | - | - | 100 |
| Mar 14, 2026 | Atletico Madrid 1-0 Getafe | 99' | 7.7 | - | - | 48 |
| Mar 10, 2026 | Atletico Madrid 5-2 Tottenham | ' | - | - | - | 82 |
| Mar 07, 2026 | Atletico Madrid 3-2 Real Sociedad | 94' | 7.2 | - | 1 | 91 |
| Feb 28, 2026 | Oviedo 0-1 Atletico Madrid | 92' | 7.0 | - | - | 42 |
| Feb 24, 2026 | Atletico Madrid 4-1 Club Brugge KV | 7' | - | - | - | 61 |
| Feb 21, 2026 | Atletico Madrid 4-2 Espanyol | ' | - | - | - | 85 |
| Feb 18, 2026 | Club Brugge KV 3-3 Atletico Madrid | ' | - | - | - | 100 |
| Feb 15, 2026 | Rayo Vallecano 3-0 Atletico Madrid | 93' | 6.3 | - | - | 47 |
| Feb 08, 2026 | Atletico Madrid 0-1 Real Betis | 94' | 6.9 | 0 | 0 | 45 |
| Jan 28, 2026 | Atletico Madrid 1-2 Bodo/Glimt | 57' | 7.7 | 0 | 0 | 66 |
| Jan 25, 2026 | Atletico Madrid 3-0 Mallorca | 88' | 7.2 | 0 | 0 | 43 |
| Jan 21, 2026 | Galatasaray 1-1 Atletico Madrid | 0' | - | 0 | 0 | 35 |
| Jan 18, 2026 | Atletico Madrid 1-0 Alaves | 0' | - | 0 | 0 | 29 |
| Jan 04, 2026 | Real Sociedad 1-1 Atletico Madrid | 0' | - | 0 | 0 | 57 |
| Date | Fixture | FM Score |
|---|---|---|
| Mar 22, 2026 | Real Madrid vs Atletico Madrid | 93 |
| Apr 04, 2026 | Atletico Madrid vs Barcelona | 81 |
| Apr 08, 2026 | Barcelona vs Atletico Madrid | 79 |
| Apr 11, 2026 | Sevilla vs Atletico Madrid | 61 |
| Apr 14, 2026 | Atletico Madrid vs Barcelona | 80 |
| Apr 22, 2026 | Elche vs Atletico Madrid | 63 |
| Apr 25, 2026 | Atletico Madrid vs Athletic Club | 65 |
| May 03, 2026 | Valencia vs Atletico Madrid | 64 |
| May 10, 2026 | Atletico Madrid vs Celta Vigo | 72 |
| May 13, 2026 | Osasuna vs Atletico Madrid | 67 |
Player Market Value
Track José María Giménez de Vargas's transfer value changes and career value history
Current Value €15.0M
Peak Value €70.0M (Q1'19)
€70.0M €35.0M €0
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José María Giménez is Atlético Madrid’s Silver Engine. A true club stalwart with nine major trophies to his name—including two La Liga titles and a UEFA Europa League—the Uruguayan defender continues to embody the grit and defensive discipline required at the highest level of European football.
This season, Giménez has operated in a hybrid role, proving his worth as a reliable SQUAD PLAYER across 8 appearances and 633 minutes of action. His Workrate rating of 81 is the standout feature of his statistical profile, reflecting a tireless approach to defending and a refusal to yield in the challenge. Maintaining a steady level of form, he provides essential cover for the backline, using his vast experience to snuff out danger before it develops. While his role has adapted over time, his ability to manage the defensive Balance of the team remains an indispensable asset for the squad.
Valued at €15M with a downward market trend, Giménez’s importance transcends raw figures. As a veteran leader in the dressing room, his presence in high-Stakes matches remains crucial for a side looking to navigate the complexities of a dense competitive calendar and secure local pride.