Juanfran (full name: Juan Francisco Torres Belén, commonly known as Juanfran) is a retired Spanish professional footballer best known for his time as a right-back with Atlético Madrid.

• Full name: Juan Francisco Torres Belén
• Date of birth: January 9, 1985
• Place of birth: Crevillent, Alicante, Spain
• Primary position: Right-back (also capable of playing as right wing-back)
• Nationality: Spanish

Club career (highlights):

• Real Madrid (youth & C/B teams): Developed in Real Madrid’s youth system and played for Real Madrid C and B early in his career.
• Osasuna: Loaned to and later signed by CA Osasuna, where his performances in La Liga raised his profile.
• Wigan Athletic: Brief spell in the English Premier League with Wigan Athletic (2007–2008).
• Getafe: Returned to Spain with Getafe CF, continuing to establish himself in La Liga.
• Atlético Madrid (2011–2019): Joined Atlético Madrid in 2011 and became a key member of Diego Simeone’s side. Known for defensive solidity, stamina, crossing ability and tactical discipline. Major honours with Atlético include:
  • La Liga: 2013–14
  • Copa del Rey: 2012–13
  • UEFA Europa League: 2011–12
  • UEFA Super Cup: 2012
  • UEFA Champions League runner-up: 2013–14, 2015–16
• Later career: After leaving Atlético, Juanfran played for São Paulo FC in Brazil (2019) and later for other clubs before retiring.

International career: Represented Spain at senior level, earning caps for the national team. He was part of Spain’s squad during the period after their 2010 World Cup victory and into the 2010s (notably he was not a regular starter for the national team due to strong competition for full-back positions).

Playing style: Juanfran was known for his work-rate, defensive reliability, tactical intelligence under coach Diego Simeone, and his ability to contribute to attacks with overlapping runs and accurate crosses. He combined defensive discipline with stamina and consistency, making him a dependable presence at right-back for Atlético Madrid during one of the club’s most successful eras.

Post-playing notes: After retiring as a player, Juanfran has been involved in various activities related to football, including punditry and football projects (specific roles may have varied since retirement).