Joel Robles

Joel Robles Blazquez (Spanish pronunciation: [ɟʝoˈel ˈroβles]; born 17 June 1990) is a Spanish professional footballer who plays as a goalkeeper for Real Betis.

Robles started his professional career at Atletico Madrid, initially in the C team in 2008, before progressing into the B team a year later, before being promoted into the senior squad. He moved on loan to Rayo Vallecano in January 2012, and again a year later to Premier League side Wigan Athletic, where he was part of their 2013 FA Cup Final-winning side before joining Everton.

Robles played internationally for Spain at under-16, under-17, under-21 and under-23 level, and was part of the squad that won the 2013 European Under-21 Championship.

Club Career

Atletico Madrid

Born in Leganes, Madrid, Robles is a youth product of Getafe, joining neighbouring Atletico Madrid in 2005 to finish his development. He spent his first professional season, (2009–10), with the reserve side in Segunda Division B and, on 27 December 2009, signed his first professional contract, running until June 2014.

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