Jesús Gámez

Málaga

Born in Fuengirola, Málaga, Andalusia, Gámez first appeared professionally with Málaga CF's B side in 2003–04's Segunda División, and helped them to retain their status three seasons. However, midway through 2005–06, he was promoted to the first team, making his La Liga debut on 27 November 2005 (five minutes played in a 3–2 away loss to Getafe CF) as both the first and the second teams from the city eventually dropped down a level in June. Gámez was an undisputed starter the next second-tier seasons, replacing Gerardo as and contributing 35 games in 2007–08 as the club returned to the top flight after a two-year absence. He continued to be first choice throughout the following campaign, appearing in roughly the same matches and minutes. Gámez was made captain in summer 2011, after the retirement of veteran Francesc Arnau. He made his 200th league appearance on 29 January 2012, featuring one minute in a local derby against Sevilla FC (2–1 home win); that same season, he helped the Boquerones to their highest ever league finish, a fourth place with the subsequent spot in the playoff-round of the UEFA Champions League. On 15 May 2012, Gámez extended his contract with Málaga until June 2016. On 21 October of the following year, he added one more year to his link.

Atlético Madrid

On 8 August 2014, Gámez signed a three-year deal with reigning champions Atlético Madrid. For most of his first season, he was used by manager Diego Simeone as a…

Atlético Madrid

UEFA Champions League runner-up: 2015–16 Newcastle United

EFL Championship: 2016–17 Spain U23

Mediterranean Games: 2005