Álvaro Fidalgo


Álvaro Fidalgo Fernández is a Spanish professional footballer who plays as a midfielder for La Liga club Real Betis.

Club career

Real Madrid

Born in Hevia, Siero, Asturias, Fidalgo joined Real Madrid's La Fábrica in 2012, from Sporting de Gijón. On 21 June 2016, after finishing his formation, he was loaned to Segunda División B side CF Rayo Majadahonda for the season.
Fidalgo made his senior debut on 20 August 2016, starting in a 0–0 draw against Sestao River Club. In July 2017, after being a regular starter, he returned to his parent club and was assigned to the reserves also in the third division.
Fidalgo made his first team debut for Real Madrid on 6 December 2018, coming on as a late substitute for Vinícius Júnior in a 6–1 home routing of UD Melilla, for the season's Copa del Rey. For the 2019–20 season, he was named team captain of Raúl's Castilla.

Castellón

On 25 August 2020, Fidalgo signed a three-year deal with Segunda División newcomers CD Castellón. He made his professional debut on 12 September, coming on as a second-half substitute for Jorge Fernández in a 2–1 away win against SD Ponferradina.

Club América

On 1 February 2021, despite featuring regularly at Castellón, Fidalgo joined Mexican club América on a season-long loan. On 2 June 2021, Club América confirmed the permanent signing of Fidalgo. During his time with the club, he helped the team secure three league championships.

Betis

On 1 February 2026, Fidalgo returned to Spain to join Real Betis.

Personal life

Fidalgo's grandfather Rafael was also a footballer. A defender, he played professionally for UP Langreo, Real Oviedo and Caudal Deportivo. He gained Mexican citizenship after spending more than 5 years in the country.

Honours

América
Individual