Manny Alexander Rodríguez Baldera (born 23 May 1998) is a Dominican footballer who plays as a defender for Dutch club Heracles Almelo and the Dominican Republic national team.
Early life Born in Santiago de los Caballeros, Rodríguez moved with his family to Spain when he was 8. There, his family has settled in Madrid, near Vicente Calderón Stadium.
Club career Rodríguez began his football career at 15. He started playing for the youth teams of AV La Chimenea and ED Moratalaz, before joining Atlético Madrid youth ranks in 2015.
On 16 June 2026, Rodríguez signed a two-season contract with Heracles Almelo in the Dutch second tier.
International career Rodríguez first represented the Dominican Republic at under-20 level. He made his senior international debut in 2021.
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