Ramón Rodríguez Jiménez

Ramón Rodríguez Jiménez (born 13 September 1999), commonly known as Monchu, is a Spanish professional footballer who plays as a midfielder for Liga MX club Juárez, on loan from Super League Greece club Aris.

Career Barcelona Born in Palma, Majorca, Balearic Islands, Monchu joined FC Barcelona's youth setup in 2012, from RCD Mallorca. After progressing through the youth setup, he made his senior debut with the reserves on 15 December 2017, coming on as a second-half substitute for Oriol Busquets in a 3–1 away loss against Cádiz CF in the Segunda División.

Monchu made his first team debut on 8 August 2020, coming off the bench in the UEFA Champions League round of 16 second leg against SSC Napoli.

Loan to Girona On 22 September 2020, Monchu joined Girona FC in the second division on loan for the season, with a buyout clause. He scored his first goal for Girona the following 18 October in a 1–0 home victory against Real Oviedo.

Granada On 16 July 2021, Granada CF announced the singing of Monchu from Barcelona on a free transfer, with Barça reserving a right to 50% of any future sale and a buy-back option. He made his top tier debut on 16 August, starting in a 0–0 away draw against Villarreal CF.

Loan to Valladolid On 1 February 2022, Monchu was loaned to Real Valladolid in the second division, for the remainder of the season.

Aris On 3 August 2024, Monchu became the most expensive arrival of Aris, with whom he signed a contract running until the summer of 2029. The Spanish midfielder will receive around €800,000 per year, whereas additional bonused have also been predicted.

Loan to Juarez On 6 February 2026, Monchu joined Liga MX side FC Juárez on a one-year loan with an option to buy.

Career statistics

Honours Barcelona UEFA Youth League: 2017–18

Individual Segunda División Player of the Month: April 2024