 He was one of the most accomplished midfield schemers of his generation, combining skill, commitment and an eye for goal.During his spell, the club won three La Liga titles (65–66, 69–70 and 72–73), five Copa del Reys (1960, 1961, 1965, 1972 and 1976), the 1962 European Cup Winners' Cup, the 1974 Intercontinental Cup.He played for Atletico 550 official appearances (which remains the record to this date) in which he scored 113 goals.