Emiliano Buendía is an Argentine association football player known for his role as an attacking midfielder.
He currently plays for Premier League club Aston Villa and the Argentina national team.
Buendía moved to Spain at the age of eleven to join Real Madrid's academy before transferring to Getafe.
Biography
Early Life
Emiliano Buendía Stati was born in Mar del Plata, Argentina, and at the tender age of eleven, he moved to Spain to pursue his football dreams. He initially joined the prestigious Real Madrid academy but soon transitioned to Getafe, where he began to make his mark in the sport.
Career
Buendía's professional journey kicked off with Getafe CF, where he made his senior debut on March 30, 2014, in a match against Puerta Bonita. He quickly showcased his talent, scoring his first goal shortly after in a victory over Peña Sport. His La Liga debut came on February 1, 2015, and he continued to develop as a player, signing a new five-year contract with Getafe in July 2016 despite the team's relegation.
In 2018, Buendía signed with Norwich City, where he became a key player, helping the team secure the EFL Championship title in both the 2018–19 and 2020–21 seasons. His impressive performances earned him several individual accolades, including the EFL Championship Player of the Season for 2020–21. In 2021, he made his debut for the Argentina national team, marking a significant milestone in his international career.
Legacy
Buendía's contributions to football have not gone unnoticed. He has been recognized with numerous honors, including being part of the UEFA Europa League Team of the Season in 2025-26 while playing for Aston Villa. His journey from a young boy in Argentina to a professional footballer in Europe is a testament to his dedication and skill in the sport.
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Career & Clubs
Getafe
Born in Mar del Plata, Argentina, Buendía moved to Spain at the age of eleven to join the academy of Real Madrid. After two years, he moved to Getafe. On 30 March 2014, still a junior, he made his senior debut, starting for the reserves in a 2–1 away win against Puerta Bonita in the Segunda División B. He scored his first goal on 13 April, with the first of a 2–0 win away to Peña Sport. Buendía started the 2014–15 season still with the reserve team and in the third level, notably scoring twice in a 3–0 home win over Fuenlabrada. He played his first match as a professional on 5 December 2014, as a substitute for Ángel Lafita in a 3–0 home win against Eibar in the Copa del Rey. Buendía made his La Liga debut on 1 February 2015, coming on as a late substitute in a 1–0 away loss against Almería. He scored his first goal in the same competition on 27 September, with the second in a 3–0 home win against Levante. On 5 July 2016, despite suffering relegation with Getafe at the end of the 2015–16 La Liga season, Buendía signed a new five-year contract with the club.
Loan to Cultural Leonesa
On 27 July 2017, he was loaned to fellow second-tier club Cultural Leonesa, for one year.
Norwich City
2018–2020
On 8 June 2018, Buendía signed a four-year deal with EFL Championship club Norwich City. He scored his first goal for Norwich in a 1–0 win over Brentford on 27 October, and played an integral role as one of the main creative attacking…
On 16 September 2014, Buendía was called up to the Spain under-19s. On 29 April of the following year, he was called up by Argentina under-20s for 2015 FIFA U-20 World Cup, and joined the latter's training camp on 5 May 2015. In May 2021, Buendía was called up to the Argentina senior squad for the first time. On 1 February 2022, he made his debut in a 1–0 home victory over Colombia. After a three-year absence, Buendía was called up to the Argentina side again in November 2025 for a friendly against Angola. On 14 November, Buendía came off the bench in a 2–0 victory.
Club
As of match played 19 September 2026
International
As of match played 14 November 2025
- Club
- Getafe CF (2014–)
- Club
- Getafe CF B (2014–2015)
- Club
- Spain national under-19 football team (2014–2014)
- Club
- Argentina national under-20 football team (2015–)
- National team
- Spain
- National team
- Argentina
Legacy
Getafe
Segunda División play-offs: 2017 Norwich City
EFL Championship: 2018–19, 2020–21 Aston Villa
UEFA Europa League: 2025–26 Individual
EFL Championship Player of the Season: 2020–21 PFA Team of the Year: 2020–21 Championship EFL Championship Team of the Season: 2020–21 Norwich City Player of the Season: 2020–21 BBC Goal of the Month: October 2025 Premier League Goal of the Month: October 2025 UEFA Europa League Team of the Season: 2025–26
Clubs
Played together with
Aarón ÑíguezSpain national under-19 football team · 2006–2008
Abdelaziz BarradaGetafe CF · 2011–2013- Abdelaziz BarradaGetafe CF B · 2010–2011
Abdoulay DiabyGetafe CF · 2020–2021
Adama TraoréSpain national under-19 football team · 2013–2014- Adolfo Baines PilartGetafe CF · 1997–1998
Adolfo GaichArgentina national under-20 football team
Adrián ColungaGetafe CF · 2010–2014
Adrián DiéguezGetafe CF
Adrián GonzálezGetafe CF · 2008–2010- Adrián GonzálezSpain national under-19 football team · 2006–2007
Adrián López ÁlvarezSpain national under-19 football team · 2007–2007
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Identifiers & aliases
Emiliano Buendía Stati is an Argentine professional footballer who plays as an attacking midfielder or winger for Premier League club Aston Villa and the Argentina national team.
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