Pablo Barrios

Midfielder #8
Age 22 years
Nationality Spain
Market Value €55M

Career

No transfer history

Pablo Barrios is firmly established as Atlético Madrid's Gold Engine. A Madrid native and 2024 Olympic Gold medalist, he has become the heartbeat of the squad since his transition to the senior ranks in early 2023. Committed to the club until 2030, he represents the perfect blend of local grit and elite technical quality required for the highest level of European football.

The statistics confirm his status as a vital component of the starting eleven, with 21 appearances and 1579 minutes played. He has demonstrated exceptional tactical range by earning both INTERCEPTOR and DRIBBLER badges, showcasing a rare ability to disrupt opposition play and drive forward in transition. Barrios is currently on an upward trajectory, boasting a perfect Form rating of 100 that signals a significant hot streak. His Dribbling score of 74 is his standout attribute, providing the Balance necessary to escape pressure in high Stakes matches while maintaining Intensity throughout the full ninety minutes.

Valued at a stable €55M, Barrios ranks among the most valuable young midfielders in LaLiga. His consistent development and tactical maturity suggest a player whose market trend and on-pitch influence will only continue to rise as he becomes the definitive leader of the Atlético midfield.

Player Rating

Pablo Barrios Rivas
78
Rating
100
hot streak
Form
⚡ Skills 57
🎯 Clutch 38
🎨 Style 68
📊 Ability 54
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Midfielder

Archetypes earned from what we've seen this season.

Scout Report

Our breakdown of how this player plays, built from this season's match data.

Pablo Barrios Rivas is a above average INTERCEPTOR for Atletico Madrid. Evidence: 1.3 Interceptions/90.

Also shows: above average DRIBBLER (1.8 Dribbles/90)

Player DNA

Are they a specialist or an all-rounder? The shape tells the story.

A specialist who excels in Dribbling (77/100) but has room to grow in Workrate.

Pablo Barrios Rivas Traits

Percentile rankings show how a player compares to others. 90% means they rank higher than 90% of comparable players.

vs Midfielders

Height 70%
Weight 63%
Experience 18%

vs La Liga

Height 53%
Weight 51%
Experience 20%

Player DNA

Five dimensions that show what kind of player they are

Dribbling: 77 - Ability to beat defenders with close control and skill moves Shooting: 46 - Clinical finishing, shot accuracy, and conversion rate Defense: 61 - Winning duels, tackles, interceptions, and blocks Workrate: 36 - Engine and intensity - total duels and physical commitment Passing: 55 - Vision, key passes, and ability to create chances
Dribbling
Shooting
Defense
Workrate
Passing
Dribbling 77
Shooting 46
Defense 61
Workrate 36
Passing 55
Key Strength 77 Dribbling
Area to Watch 36 Workrate

Match Stats

Match-by-match record for Pablo Barrios Rivas this season

Date Fixture League Mins Rating G A FM Score Venue
Mar 10, 2026 Atletico Madrid 5-2 Tottenham UEFA Champions League 23' 6.5 - - 82 Metropolitano Stadium
Jan 28, 2026 Atletico Madrid 1-2 Bodo/Glimt UEFA Champions League 78' 8.2 0 0 66 Metropolitano Stadium
Jan 25, 2026 Atletico Madrid 3-0 Mallorca La Liga 88' 7.2 0 0 43 Metropolitano Stadium
Jan 21, 2026 Galatasaray 1-1 Atletico Madrid UEFA Champions League 56' 7.3 0 0 35 Rams Park
Jan 18, 2026 Atletico Madrid 1-0 Alaves La Liga 94' 7.9 0 1 29 Metropolitano Stadium
Jan 04, 2026 Real Sociedad 1-1 Atletico Madrid La Liga 45' 6.3 0 0 57 Reale Arena
Dec 21, 2025 Girona 0-3 Atletico Madrid La Liga 90' 7.6 0 0 45 Estadio Municipal de Montilivi
Dec 13, 2025 Atletico Madrid 2-1 Valencia La Liga 59' 6.9 0 0 78 Metropolitano Stadium
Dec 09, 2025 PSV Eindhoven 2-3 Atletico Madrid UEFA Champions League 90' 6.9 0 1 78 Philips Stadion
Dec 06, 2025 Athletic Club 1-0 Atletico Madrid La Liga 90' 6.9 0 0 48 San Mamés
Dec 02, 2025 Barcelona 3-1 Atletico Madrid La Liga 90' 6.2 0 0 95 Camp Nou
Nov 29, 2025 Atletico Madrid 2-0 Oviedo La Liga 27' 7.3 0 0 43 Metropolitano Stadium
Nov 26, 2025 Atletico Madrid 2-1 Inter UEFA Champions League 90' 6.7 0 0 89 Metropolitano Stadium
Nov 23, 2025 Getafe 0-1 Atletico Madrid La Liga 90' 7.3 0 0 34 Coliseum
Nov 08, 2025 Atletico Madrid 3-1 Levante La Liga 61' 7.2 0 0 94 Metropolitano Stadium

Player Market Value

Track Pablo Barrios Rivas's transfer value changes and career value history

Current Value €55.0M
Peak Value €55.0M (Q2'25)
€55.0M €27.5M €0
Q3'22 Q4'22 Q1'23 Q2'23 Q4'23 Q4'23 Q2'24 Q4'24 Q4'24 Q2'25