Raúl Baena (full name: Raúl Baena Pérez) is a Spanish professional footballer born on June 26, 1989 in Santomera, Murcia, Spain. He is a defensive/central midfielder known for his work rate, defensive positioning and passing. Baena spent his youth career at clubs including Atlético Madrid and later developed at Atlético Madrid’s academy before moving into senior football.

• Position: Defensive / Central Midfielder
• Nationality: Spanish
• Height: Around 1.80 m (approx. 5'11")
• Preferred foot: Right

Career highlights and clubs (selected):

• Atlético Madrid B – early senior development after youth career at Atlético.
• RCD Mallorca – early professional appearances on loan/transfer (various early-career moves).
• Rayo Vallecano – Baena became well known at Rayo Vallecano, featuring in La Liga and Segunda División for the Madrid club, where he was valued for his combative midfield play.
• Charlton Athletic – spent time in England with Charlton in the Championship.
• CF Fuenlabrada and other Spanish clubs – later career includes appearances in Spain’s lower divisions.

Playing style: A disciplined, hard-working midfielder who screens the defense, breaks up opposition play and distributes simply to maintain team shape. Noted more for defensive contribution and consistency than for scoring.

Notable facts: Baena gained recognition during his spells at Rayo Vallecano where his style fit the club’s fighting spirit. Over his career he has combined top-flight experience in La Liga with seasons in lower divisions and a stint abroad.

This is a concise summary of Raúl Baena’s profile and career. For specific season-by-season statistics (appearances, goals, assists) or exact dates of transfers, consult a current football statistics database or the clubs’ official records.