Not long ago, Chema Andres was playing in the Club World Cup, unaware that it would be his last major tournament with the Madrid club. At the time, his departure seemed inevitable: a lack of playing time forced him to seek new opportunities in hopes of earning a future return. Leaving his home team was a tough decision, but it marked the start of a rapid rise.
That summer, Madrid’s management sold half of their rights to Andres, transferring them to VfB Stuttgart for around three million euros. This approach allows the club to maintain control over promising players while giving them the chance to prove themselves in other leagues. After seven years in Madrid’s academy system, Chema embraced the challenge with enthusiasm and excitement, setting off for Germany.
At his new club, the 20-year-old midfielder from Valencia quickly made an impression. His tactical maturity, ability to read the game, and composure on the field set him apart from the start. In a short time, he became a favorite of both the coach and the fans, who already chant his name from the stands. Andres secured a place in the starting lineup, demonstrating that he is ready for serious challenges.
In eight official matches across various competitions, Chema has played about 400 minutes, scored a goal, and posted an impressive pass accuracy rate of 88.5%. He has also won two-thirds of his duels and made 17 tackles. The player himself notes that he is working to develop his attacking skills, even though his main strength lies in defensive duties and interceptions.
But it’s not just statistics that reflect his progress. Andres stands out for his composure and precision on the field, qualities rarely seen in players his age, especially when adapting to a new environment. His height of 1.90 meters and intelligent positioning allow him to compete confidently and initiate his team’s attacks. In Germany, he is already being compared to Rodri, although Chema himself prefers to stay humble about such comparisons.
The young Spaniard’s achievements have not gone unnoticed at home either. Spain’s U21 coach, Luis de la Fuente, has been tracking his development for some time, and now Andres is part of the national under-21 team. Other European clubs are also monitoring his progress, while the Madrid club is keeping a close eye on the situation: to bring the player back, they would need to pay €13 million, with the fee possibly increasing in the future. If another club shows interest, VfB Stuttgart is required to inform Madrid, allowing them to exercise their right of first refusal or receive half the transfer fee.
The move to the German club was a key stage for Chema Andres, giving him the chance to unlock his potential and reach a new level. His career is developing rapidly, and interest from Europe’s top clubs continues to grow.
