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Enzo Barrenechea: Bio, Career, Summary, Stats, Trophies and News

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Enzo Barrenechea

Contract Until: Jun 30, 2026

Enzo Barrenechea Profile

Profile

Nationality

Nationality FlagArgentina

Jersey Number

5

Position

Midfielder

Preferred Foot

right

Debut

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Place of Birth

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Date of Birth

May 22, 2001

Age

24

Weight

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Height

186 cm

Career Summary

Enzo Barrenechea has recently joined Benfica on a five-year deal after a strong season with Valencia, where he posted a 7.08 average rating in La Liga. The Argentine defensive midfielder, known for his composure (73.85) and high work rate (84.52), has started the 2025/26 season with a 6.8 rating in Liga Portugal. His career highlights include 30 appearances with Valencia and 39 with Frosinone, showcasing his defensive reliability. Upcoming fixtures include Benfica’s clash against Fenerbahçe, where his defensive skills will be key. With a market value of €8.8M, Barrenechea is poised to make an impact in Portugal.
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Enzo Barrenechea Form Index

Form Index

6.94Average Rating

Enzo Barrenechea Traits

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Enzo Barrenechea Stats (Current Season)

Current Season Stats

Appearance

1

Minutes Played

260

Assists

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Rating

6.83

Goals

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Started

2

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3

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Enzo Barrenechea Career

Enzo Barrenechea International Career

Career

The skilled Argentine, Enzo Alan Tomás Barrenechea, is one of the best defensive midfielders in modern-day football. The footballer has amazed the world with his incredible talent on the pitch. He is a player who knows how to use opportunities cleverly when they knock, both on and off the field.

Enzo is currently with the Premier League club Aston Villa. After an impressive performance in La Liga for Valencia, loaned from Aston Villa, according to various sources, Aston Villa have agreed terms to sell him to the Primeira Liga club Benfica in a five-year, £15 million deal. The contract will be till June 2030. The player has high demands now, and soon, in the future, he will make his name famous all over the world.

Who is Enzo Barrenechea?

Enzo Barrenechea was born on May 22, 2001, in Villa María. He is a player who walks past many big obstacles in life from childhood. The defensive midfielder is climbing the steps to success now. With his outstanding performance, he has the full potential to be one of the best footballers in this era. Enzo Barrenechea age is 24. His clear vision on and off the pitch makes him a great asset to any team.

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Full Name

Enzo Alan Tomás Barrenechea

Date of Birth

May 22, 2001

Place of Birth

Villa María

Country

Argentina

Position

Defensive Midfielder

Current Club

Benfica

National Team

Argentina

Jersey No.

5

Age

24

Height

6ft 1in

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Enzo Barrenechea Net Worth

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Image Credit: Official Instagram Account of Enzo Barrenechea/@enzo_barrenechea8

Enzo Barrenechea net worth is not publicly available now. There is no reliable information about his finances. As a successful emerging player, he will have great wealth now and soon.

What is Enzo Barrenechea Salary?

The player's salary with Aston Villa is estimated gross weekly wage of £35,000 and an annual salary of £1,820,000 in the 2025-26 season. According to Transfermarkt, the footballer's current market value is €8.8 M. Enzo Barrenechea salary will increase as he stands out in his career now, if he moves to any club on loan soon.

YearWeekly SalaryAnnual Salary
2025-26£35,000£1,820,000
2024-25£15,000£780,000
2024-25£20,705£1,076,648
2023-24£4,307£223,943
Enzo Barrenechea Salary

Playing Style and Strengths

The footballer's key strength lies in his defensive skills. He excels at passing; he makes accurate passes in both short and long distances. Barrenechea performs the best when he is under pressure. He smartly receives and distributes the ball well when a difficult situation arises. The player is known for his vision. Although his defensive decision-making skills and ability to win the ball are under improvement, he is known for his bold decisions and fearless on-ground tackles.

Enzo Barrenechea Family and Early Life

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Image Credit: Official Instagram Account of Enzo Barrenechea/@enzo_barrenechea8

The Argentine midfielder's early life was full of challenges. When he was 10 or 11 years old, his father went to prison. His father was not with them for eight years, and his mother worked two jobs to look after the family. Enzo's brother, Lautaro Barrenechea, is also a footballer. At the age of 17, an opportunity came to join Juventus and move to Europe. Everything went well then, and his life changed. The Enzo Barrenechea family was so proud to see his determination for his football career.

Who is Enzo Barrenechea Girlfriend?

The midfielder is currently single. There is no official information about Enzo Barrenechea girlfriend. He is going through an amazing time in his career now and is fully focused on football. He is keeping his relationship private if he has a girlfriend now.

Enzo Barrenechea Career

Enzo Barrenechea
Image Credit: Official Instagram Account of Enzo Barrenechea/@enzo_barrenechea8

Enzo Barrenechea career started by playing football at Newell's Old Boys. He joined FC Sion after playing at different youth levels for Newell's Old Boys. From there, he moved to Juventus and played in various youth games. He was later promoted to the senior team and transferred to Frosinone on loan. Then, he permanently moved to Aston Villa after he returned from Frosinone to Juventus. In the same year, he was loaned to Valencia, and he returned to Aston Villa when the loan ended in 2025. The footballer got selected for the Argentina National Football Team but hasn't earned a cap yet.

Club Career

The midfielder made his senior debut in 2022 for Juventus at the age of 21 in the Champions League against PSG, and he became part of the first team in 2023. He was with the club for nearly four years and played at various levels, and even made his Serie A debut with the club itself. He suffered from partial damage to the cruciate ligament while playing for the U19 team.

It happened on his birthday, May 21 in 2021, and the player needed to stay away from football for nearly nine months. He missed 35 games at that time and returned to the U23 team. His contributions to both Frosinone and Valencia are remarkable. The player moved to Aston Villa in 2024 and is currently with the club after the loan ended with La Liga club Valencia. He has participated in both the Europa League and the Champions League. He will ply his trade for Benfica soon.

Club

Appearances

Goals

Assists

Valencia CF

33

1

2

Frosinone Calcio

39

1

1

Juventus FC

5

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Juventus Next Gen

47

6

2

Juventus FC UEFA U19

1

-

-

Juventus Primavera

21

5

1

FC Sion U21

7

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Enzo Barrenechea Club Career

International Career

The Argentine player got his first call-up to the Argentina National Football Team in 2024. He was on the squad when they played in the 2025 World Cup qualification in South America. The player has yet to make his international debut.

Enzo Barrenechea Awards and Achievements

The defensive midfielder hasn't won many awards or achievements yet. Even with the team, there are not many victories, but his contributions were so strong. His name is widely recognised in the football community cause his performance. Enzo Barrenechea Awards will soon be under his name in the years to come, with his good performances.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How old is Enzo Barrenechea?

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Enzo Barrenechea is 24 years old. 

In which position does Enzo Barrenechea play?

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Enzo Barrenechea play as a Defensive Midfielder.

Enzo Barrenechea plays for which country?

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Enzo Barrenechea plays for Argentina.

Where was Enzo Barrenechea born?

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Enzo Barrenechea was born in Villa María.

What is the net worth of Enzo Barrenechea?

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Enzo Barrenechea net worth is not publicly available. 

What is Enzo Barrenechea salary?

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Enzo Barrenechea salary in the 2025-26 season with Aston Villa is estimated at a weekly wage of £35,000 and an annual salary of £1,820,000. 

Who is Enzo Barrenechea girlfriend?

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There is no public information about Enzo Barrenechea girlfriend. The player is currently single. 

What is Enzo Barrenechea's age?
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Enzo Barrenechea is 24 years old.
What is Enzo Barrenechea's height?
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Enzo Barrenechea is 186 cm tall.
Which country is Enzo Barrenechea from?
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Enzo Barrenechea is from Argentina.
Which national team does Enzo Barrenechea play for?
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Enzo Barrenechea plays for the Argentina national team.
Which club does Enzo Barrenechea currently play for?
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Enzo Barrenechea currently plays for Benfica.
What position does Enzo Barrenechea play?
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Enzo Barrenechea plays as a Midfielder.
How many goals has Enzo Barrenechea scored in his career?
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Enzo Barrenechea has scored 2 career goals.
When was Enzo Barrenechea born?
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Enzo Barrenechea was born on May 22, 2001.