Federico Valverde is a Real Madrid midfielder and Uruguayan international, celebrated for his dynamic play and extensive list of achievements. After making his senior debut for Peñarol in 2015, Federico Valverde quickly established himself, contributing to the club’s Uruguayan Primera División championship win in the 2015-16 season. His exceptional performances attracted European attention, leading to his transfer to Real Madrid in July 2016. Initially joining the club’s reserve team, Castilla, Valverde made a substantial impact, which led to a successful loan spell at Deportivo La Coruña during the 2017-2018 season.

Valverde’s impact continued to grow as he helped Real Madrid achieve further significant successes, including the UEFA Champions League title and La Liga title in the 2021-22 season. His decorated run includes winning the Supercopa de España, UEFA Super Cup, and FIFA Club World Cup, all in 2022. Individually, Valverde was recognized as La Liga Player of the Month in September 2022 and earned a spot in the La Liga Team of the Season for 2022-23, further underlining his elite performance. He also contributed to Real Madrid’s Copa del Rey victory in 2022-23.

By 2025, Valverde was allocated the iconic number 8 shirt and promoted to vice-captain, cementing his status as a long-term leader for Real Madrid.