Alan Benítez is a Paraguayan defender who plays for Internacional. At 32, he remains part of Paraguay's wider 2026 picture because he brings positional discipline, duels, and defending space at both club and international level.
Alan Benítez was born on 25 January 1994 in Asunción. He plays in Brazilian Serie A and has 7 senior caps for Paraguay.
Early Life and Background
Birthplace, family, and youth football journey
<Club Career
Early clubs and development
Born in Asunción, Paraguay, Benítez started his career at Libertad in 2013, before moving to Rubio Ñu in 2015 on loan.
On 1 February 2016, he joined Benfica's reserve team on loan.
Current club and recent form
He is currently with Internacional, where his role depends on team shape, competition for places, and how the staff wants to balance experience with specialist qualities. His place in the squad is tied to tactical usefulness rather than noise around him.
Alan Benítez - Stats and Performance
Alan Benítez's current season with Internacional stands at 3 appearances, 0 goals, and 0 assists in Gaucho. For a defender, those numbers are best read through availability, role, and contribution from deeper areas rather than raw output alone.
| Season | Club | Appearances | Goals | Assists |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | Internacional | 3 | 0 | 0 |
The safest reading is that Internacional have trusted him regularly in Gaucho, and the 3 appearances are the strongest indicator of current value. The goal and assist return adds context, but role security and match rhythm matter more here.
International Career
Caps, goals, and major tournaments
He has 7 caps and 0 goals for Paraguay in currently tracked records.
| National Team | Caps | Goals | Tournament Involvement |
|---|---|---|---|
| Paraguay | 7 | 0 | Paraguay senior squad involvement |
Playing Style and Key Strengths
Position, role, and standout qualities
Alan Benítez plays as a defender and is valued for positional discipline, duels, and defending space.
Personal Info and Profile
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Full name | Alan Benítez |
| Date of birth | 25 January 1994 |
| Age | 32 |
| Nationality | Paraguay |
| Height | 147 cm |
| Position | Defender |
| Preferred foot | Right |
| Current club | Internacional |
| Jersey number | 15 |
| Weekly salary | €35,000 gross (approx.) |
| Estimated net worth | €7.64 million (approx. estimate) |
Transfer News and Market Value
Current transfer records show Internacional as his club heading into 2026. Public market-value tracking is limited, so the best guide is still his current squad status and recent usage.
Salary and Net Worth
Approximate salary estimates place Alan Benítez at about €35,000 gross (approx.) per week at Internacional. That works out to roughly €1,820,000 per year before bonuses.
Approximate net-worth estimates place him around €7.64 million.
FAQs
How old is Alan Benítez and what is his nationality?
Alan Benítez is 32 years old and he represents Paraguay.
Which club does Alan Benítez play for now?
He currently plays for Internacional.
What position does Alan Benítez play?
He plays as a defender.
Is Alan Benítez part of Paraguay's national-team picture?
Yes. With 7 caps currently listed, he remains part of Paraguay's wider selection picture.
What is Alan Benítez salary and market value?
Salary: €35,000 gross (approx.). Market value: Will be updated soon.