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Marc Pubill Pagès (born 20 June 2003) is a Spanish professional footballer who plays as a right-back or centre-back for La Liga club Atlético Madrid.

Key Information

Club career

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Levante

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Born in Terrassa, Barcelona, Catalonia, Pubill represented CE Manresa, RCD Espanyol, Club Gimnàstic de Manresa and Levante UD as a youth.[3] On 13 December 2020, while still a youth, he made his senior debut with the latter's reserves by playing the last 11 minutes of a 1–0 Segunda División B home loss against Hércules CF.[4]

Pubill scored his first senior goal on 17 October 2021, netting the B's third in a 3–0 away win over the same opponent.[5] On 3 December, he renewed his contract with the club until 2026.[6]

Pubill made his first team – and La Liga – debut on 20 December 2021, starting in a 4–3 home loss against rivals Valencia CF.[7][8] He scored his first professional goal on 5 February 2023, netting the opener in a 2–1 Segunda División away win over FC Cartagena.

Almería

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On 9 August 2023, Pubill signed a six-year contract with UD Almería in the top tier.[9] He was a regular starter during his first season at the club, suffering relegation.

Atlético Madrid

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On 22 July 2025, Atlético Madrid announced that they had reached an agreement with Almería for the transfer of Pubill. He signed a five-year contract.[10][11]

International career

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Pubill represented Spain at under-19 level, receiving his first call-up to the side in October 2021.[12]

He made his debut for the under-21 team in March 2024, featuring as a starter in a 2025 UEFA European Under-21 Championship qualification match against Belgium.[13] In May 2025, he was included in the squad for the final tournament in Slovakia.[14]

Pubill received a call-up to the Spain U23 team for the 2024 Summer Olympics in Paris.[15] He scored the country's first goal in the Group C match against Uzbekistan.[16][17] He later appeared as a starter in the gold medal match against the host, France, which Spain won by 5–3 after extra time.[18]

Career statistics

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As of match played 3 March 2026[19]
Appearances and goals by club, season and competition
Club Season League Copa del Rey Europe Other Total
Division Apps Goals Apps Goals Apps Goals Apps Goals Apps Goals
Atlético Levante 2020–21 Segunda División B 1 0 1 0
2021–22 Segunda División RFEF 18 1 18 1
Total 19 1 19 1
Levante 2021–22 La Liga 11 0 0 0 11 0
2022–23 Segunda División 28 1 3 1 31 2
Total 39 1 3 1 42 2
Almería 2023–24 La Liga 23 1 0 0 23 1
2024–25 Segunda División 36 1 4 0 40 1
Total 59 2 4 0 63 2
Atlético Madrid 2025–26 La Liga 11 0 4 0 7[a] 0 1[b] 0 23 0
Career total 128 4 11 1 7 0 1 0 147 5
  1. ^ Appearances in UEFA Champions League
  2. ^ Appearance in Supercopa de España

Honours

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Spain U23

References

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Marc Pubill Pagès (born 20 June 2003) is a Spanish professional footballer who plays as a centre-back (primarily right-back with occasional stints at centre-back) for club . Born in Terrassa, Catalonia (near Barcelona), Spain, he measures 1.90 meters in height and operates primarily with his right foot, earning recognition for his defensive solidity and attacking contributions from the flank. Pubill joined Levante UD's academy from CE Manresa in 2020, having previously developed in the youth systems of local clubs including . He made his professional debut with Levante's first team in December 2021 during a match, appearing in several games as the club competed in 's second tier. In August 2023, he transferred to for a reported €5 million fee, marking his entry into , where he featured in 23 top-flight matches during the 2023–24 season, contributing to the team's defensive efforts despite their relegation at the end of that campaign. In summer 2024, FC Barcelona attempted to sign him from Almería, but the deal fell through due to salary cap issues. In July 2025, Pubill signed a five-year contract with for approximately €17 million, a move that followed a brief negotiation hiccup involving Wanderers but ultimately solidified his status as a rising talent in Spanish football. At , he wears the number 18 jersey and has quickly integrated into Diego Simeone's squad, bringing pace, physicality, and versatility to the right defensive position; as of November 2025, he has made two appearances in the 2025–26 season. As of February 2026, FC Barcelona reportedly remains interested in signing him. On the international stage, Pubill has represented at various youth levels, including the under-19, under-21, and under-23 teams. He has earned nine caps for the U21 side, scoring once, including starting all four matches at the , where they reached the quarter-finals. Additionally, he featured for the U23 team at the in , where the squad secured a gold medal, highlighting his potential for a senior national team call-up in the future.

Early life and youth career

Early life

Marc Pubill Pagès was born on 20 June 2003 in , , . Although born in Terrassa, Pubill grew up in the nearby city of , where his family has long resided and where he spent his early childhood in a supportive environment. He hails from a with deep roots in competitive sports, particularly ; his father, Ignasi Pubill, is a former Spanish international water polo player who won a European Cup Winners' Cup at the club level, while his mother, Anna, was also a professional water polo . This athletic heritage provided an influential backdrop to his formative years, fostering an early appreciation for discipline and competition. Pubill has at least one older brother, contributing to a close-knit dynamic in . During his childhood, Pubill has described himself as "very clumsy," navigating the everyday life of a young boy in Manresa's community-oriented setting. His initial exposure to football occurred through local avenues, sparked by a personal passion that led him to request his mother's permission to join a team. His father later recounted Pubill's remarkable intensity in that debut match, noting how he "went all out" from the start.

Youth career

Pubill began his organized football training in the youth system of local club CE Manresa in . He briefly joined Gimnàstic Manresa for one month before transferring to the youth academy of in around 2011, where he spent the next six years developing his skills as a right-back in their age-group teams, including opportunities to compete in regional youth competitions. In 2017, at the age of 14, Pubill left Espanyol due to his small stature at the time and returned to Gimnàstic Manresa's youth setup, initially with their youth team before advancing to the U19 squad in 2019, where he gained experience in higher-level youth matches. Seeking further progression, he joined 's youth academy in 2020, featuring prominently for their U19 team during the 2020–21 season and contributing to internal promotions within the club's youth structure.

Club career

Levante UD

Pubill joined the youth academy of in August 2020, coming from the Club Gimnàstic de Manresa academy. He was quickly promoted to the club's reserve team, Atlético Levante UD, later that year. Pubill made his senior debut for Atlético Levante UD on 13 December 2020, substituting in during a 1–0 home win against . Over the course of his time with the reserves, spanning from December 2020 to August 2023, he accumulated 19 appearances and scored 1 goal, contributing to the team's efforts in the third tier. His breakthrough to the first team came in the 2021–22 La Liga season, where he established himself as an emerging right-back known for his defensive solidity and occasional forward surges. Pubill's La Liga debut occurred on 20 December 2021, starting in Levante's 3–4 home defeat to Valencia CF in the Derby Valenciano. During that campaign, he made 11 appearances, including 5 starts, logging 512 minutes and providing 1 assist, often entering as a substitute to bolster the right flank amid Levante's struggles that led to relegation. In the 2022–23 Segunda División season, following Levante's drop to the second tier, Pubill became a more regular fixture, starting 18 of his 24 appearances and totaling 1,516 minutes. A highlight was his first professional goal on 5 February 2023, opening the scoring in a 2–1 away victory over , which helped secure an important win in the promotion push. Across his first-team tenure from 2021 to 2023, he featured in 42 official matches, scoring 1 goal, while developing into a reliable defender capable of competing at the highest levels. Pubill departed Levante UD in the summer of 2023, transferring to for a reported fee of €5 million after signing a six-year contract.

UD Almería

On 9 August 2023, Marc Pubill transferred from to for a reported fee of €5 million, signing a six-year contract with the club. Pubill quickly integrated into Almería's squad as a first-choice right-back during the season, making 23 appearances with 22 starts and logging 1,890 minutes. He missed the early part of the season due to a knee injury, returning in January 2024. He contributed 1 goal and 3 assists, showcasing his ability to support attacks with 1.5 key passes per 90 minutes while maintaining defensive solidity through 2.25 tackles per 90, particularly in the defensive third (1.67 per 90). Despite Almería's struggles, including a 23-match winless streak that led to relegation with just 4 wins in 38 games, Pubill remained a consistent performer, featuring in key fixtures such as the 6–1 home victory over on the final day and the controversial 3–2 defeat to Real Madrid amid VAR disputes. In the summer transfer window of 2024, FC Barcelona attempted to sign Pubill from Almería, with negotiations advancing to a near-agreement on a paid loan with an option to buy, but the deal ultimately collapsed due to Barcelona's salary limit constraints. In the 2024–25 Segunda División season, following relegation, Pubill continued as a pivotal figure in Almería's promotion push, appearing in 40 matches across all competitions and recording 1 goal and 5 assists before his departure in July 2025. His contributions included 6 assists in league play, helping Almería contend for automatic promotion and reach the promotion playoffs, though the team ultimately fell short in the semi-finals with 0 wins in those matches. Pubill's role extended to the Copa del Rey, where he added 1 assist in 4 appearances. Over his two seasons at Almería, Pubill amassed 63 appearances, 2 goals, and 8 assists, significantly bolstering the club's defensive setup with his physical presence (1.90 m height) and recovery pace, which limited opponents' wing play. Tactically, he evolved from a primarily defensive-oriented full-back into a more balanced modern right-back, emphasizing overlapping runs, crosses (averaging 2.5 per 90 in 2024–25), and transitional threats while improving aerial duels won (89th percentile in La Liga). This development provided Almería with greater width and stability on the right flank amid turbulent campaigns marked by relegation and a failed promotion bid.

Atlético Madrid

On 22 July 2025, reached an agreement with for the transfer of Marc Pubill, who subsequently signed a five-year contract with the club until 2030. The move, valued at €16 million, brought the 22-year-old right-back to the Spanish capital as part of manager Simeone's strategy to bolster defensive depth ahead of the 2025–26 season. Pubill was assigned squad number 18 and slotted into a and rotational role at right-back, providing competition for established starter while also offering versatility across the backline. Under Simeone's demanding tactical system, which emphasizes physicality and defensive solidity, Pubill has been praised for his work ethic and adaptability during training sessions. Simeone has specifically highlighted Pubill's brief but committed in a substitute appearance against , noting respect for his effort and readiness to deploy him when needed. Pubill made his debut for on 13 September 2025, coming off the bench for 13 minutes in a 2–0 victory over at the . He followed this with his UEFA Champions League bow three days later, substituting in for the final 13 minutes of a 3–2 group stage defeat to on 17 September. His third outing came on 24 September against in , where he played 11 minutes in a 3–2 win, showcasing his energy in limited action. As of November 2025, these three substitute appearances represent his total involvement, totaling 37 minutes across all competitions, with no goals or assists recorded. The transition to a high-stakes environment at a Champions League contender has offered Pubill significant potential for development, building on his prior exposure at Almería. Reports indicate smooth integration, with the player expressing enthusiasm for Simeone's coaching style, which he credits for rapid learning in both right-back and emerging center-back roles during training. No major adaptation challenges have been reported, though Pubill has acknowledged the intensity of competing for minutes behind Molina and versatile squad options like . As of February 2026, reports indicate that FC Barcelona remain interested in signing Pubill, with sporting director Deco reportedly considering him a favourite and a potential target for the upcoming summer transfer window.

International career

Spain national youth teams

Pubill began his international career with Spain's youth teams at the under-19 level, receiving his first call-up in 2021. He earned two caps for the U19 side, featuring in friendly and qualification matches that helped build his experience as a right-back. In 2024, Pubill progressed to the U21 team, making his debut on 21 March 2024 against in a 0–2 friendly loss, where he substituted in at halftime and played 45 minutes. By November 2025, he had accumulated eight caps and one goal for the U21s, with his goal coming in a 3–2 group stage win against at the on 11 June 2025. He started seven of those matches, including all four at the U21 Euros, where reached the quarter-finals before a 3–1 defeat to , showcasing his reliability in both defensive duties and overlapping runs. Pubill's most prominent youth international achievement came with the Spain U23 team at the 2024 Paris Olympics, where he earned five caps, started four matches, and scored one goal. Deployed primarily as a right wing-back, he opened the tournament's scoring for Spain with a poked finish from a free kick in the 28th minute of a 2–1 group stage win over Uzbekistan on 24 July 2024. He played the full 90 minutes in victories against Japan (3–0 quarter-final) and Morocco (2–1 semi-final), contributing defensively with interceptions and crosses while supporting attacks. In the gold medal final against France on 9 August 2024, Pubill started and played 73 minutes in Spain's 5–3 extra-time triumph, helping secure the Olympic title through solid positioning and forward surges before being substituted for Juanlu Sánchez. His performances in the youth setup, praised for versatility and maturity by observers, underscored his development from a promising defender to a key contributor in high-stakes tournaments.

Catalonia national team

Marc Pubill earned his sole for the representative team in a friendly match against on 29 May 2024, at the Estadi de la Nova Creu Alta in , . Entering as a substitute at in place of Eric García, Pubill played the full second half as a right-back in the 2–2 draw, with goals scored by and for , and Éric Davis and Freddy Góndola for . The , organized by the , holds non-FIFA and non-UEFA status as a regional representative side within , limiting it to unofficial friendly matches that serve as platforms for cultural expression and regional identity. These fixtures embody Catalan pride, drawing players of Catalan origin or upbringing to celebrate heritage amid Spain's national setup, a tradition dating back over a century. For Pubill, born in Terrassa—a city in the region—the appearance marked a personal milestone, aligning with his roots and the team's role in fostering regional solidarity among players like him who also represent at youth levels. The match received coverage in Spanish media as a showcase for emerging talents, highlighting Pubill's integration into the squad alongside established Catalan figures.

Career statistics

Club statistics

Marc Pubill has primarily featured as a right-back throughout his club career, with occasional stints at center-back. As of 15 November 2025, he has made 124 professional appearances across all competitions, scoring 5 goals. In terms of disciplinary records, Pubill has accumulated 13 yellow cards but no red cards in his senior career. The following table summarizes his appearances and goals by club:
ClubAppearancesGoals
Levante B191
392
632
30
Total1245
Data includes all competitions; sourced from . A seasonal breakdown, incorporating league play (, ) and domestic cups (), highlights his progression:
SeasonClubCompetitionAppearancesGoals
2020–21Levante BTercera División100
2021–22Levante BTercera División91
2021–22Levante UDLa Liga110
2021–22Levante UDCopa del Rey10
2022–23Levante UDSegunda División241
2022–23Levante UDCopa del Rey31
2023–24UD AlmeríaLa Liga231
2024–25UD AlmeríaSegunda División361
2024–25UD AlmeríaCopa del Rey40
2025–26Atlético MadridLa Liga20
2025–26Atlético MadridUEFA Champions League10
Total1245
League data from FBref; cup appearances aggregated from and BeSoccer reports.

International statistics

Marc Pubill has earned 19 caps and scored 2 goals across his international appearances for Spain's youth teams and the regional side.

International Caps and Goals by Team

TeamCapsGoals
Spain U1940
Spain U2191
Spain U2351
Catalonia10
Total192
Pubill's international career began in 2021 with the Spain U19 team, where he featured in UEFA European Under-19 Championship qualifiers. In 2024, he transitioned to higher levels, including UEFA European Under-21 Championship qualifiers and the tournament proper with the U21 side, alongside his Olympic participation with the U23 team at the Paris Summer Games, where Spain secured gold. His sole appearance for Catalonia came in a friendly match against Panama in May 2024. By 2025, additional U21 matches contributed to his totals during ongoing UEFA youth competitions. Overall, these 19 caps and 2 goals span 2021–2025, with key contributions in major tournaments like the 2024 Olympics and youth qualifiers.

Honours

Club honours

As of November 2025, Marc Pubill has not won any major club honours during his professional career. At , where he made his senior debut in 2021, the team suffered relegation from at the end of the 2021–22 season, with no titles secured during his time there. With from 2023 to 2025, Pubill contributed to the squad in during the 2023–24 season, which ended in relegation after finishing 20th, and in the subsequent campaign, where the team reached the promotion play-off semi-finals but failed to advance. No collective trophies were achieved. Since joining in July 2025, Pubill has yet to claim any honours, as the 2025–26 season is ongoing.

International honours

Pubill achieved his most significant international accolade by winning the gold with the U23 national team at the in . As a key defender, he contributed to 's triumphant campaign, which culminated in a 5–3 victory over host nation in the gold match at the on August 9, 2024. This Olympic success stands as Pubill's primary international honour to date, with no additional senior or youth-level titles recorded in his career. 's Olympic gold marked a historic achievement for the nation's under-23 side, representing Pubill's sole major international .

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