Alejandro Zendejas Biography: Age, Girlfriend, Net Worth, Height, Club, Salary, Career, Siblings

Alejandro Zendejas Saavedra is a Mexican‑American professional footballer who plays as a winger.

He gained widespread attention during his youth stints with FC Dallas and by representing the United States at youth international tournaments.

His move into Liga MX with clubs such as Guadalajara, Necaxa, and América gave him more exposure as a dynamic attacking player.

In 2023 he officially committed his international future to the United States national team, a decision that resolved a long‑standing debate over his dual nationality and eligibility.

Profile

• Full name: Alejandro Zendejas Saavedra
• Date of birth: 7 February 1998
• Age: 27 years old
• Gender: Male
• Place of birth: Ciudad Juárez, Chihuahua, Mexico
• Nationality: Mexican m/American
• Profession: Professional footballer (winger)
• Height: 1.67 m (≈ 5 ft 5 in)
• Weight: 66 kg
• Eye color: Brown
• Hair color: Dark brown
• Parents: Father – Alfredo Zendejas; Mother – Mónica Saavedra
• Siblings: Two – Ana Lucía Zendejas and Alfredo Jr. Zendejas
• Spouse: None
• Children: None
• Relationship status: In a relationship with Sabrina Enciso (former Club América Femenil player, now at Tigres UANL Femenil) since 2023
• Religion: Christianity
• Ethnicity: Mexican/Hispanic
• Net worth: US $4.8 million

Early Life and Education

Alejandro Zendejas is now 27 years old; he was born on 7 February 1998.

He was born in Ciudad Juárez, Chihuahua, Mexico and six months after his birth his family moved to Texas, United States, seeking better opportunities.

His parents, Alfredo Zendejas and Mónica Saavedra, are originally from Toluca, Estado de México.

He has two older siblings: Ana Lucía and Alfredo Jr. Zendejas.

Growing up in El Paso, Texas, he joined youth teams in the region before entering the FC Dallas youth academy in 2012.

At around twelve years of age he left home to pursue his development in academy setups.

He spent time at the US youth national development programs, including residencies.

Personal Life

Alejandro Zendejas is not married.

Since 2023, he has been in a relationship with Sabrina Enciso, a former player for América’s women’s team, who later transferred to Tigres.

They do not have any reported children together as of the latest information.

He maintains close ties with his family, frequently sharing moments with siblings and parents via social media.

Career

Alejandro Zendejas began his professional path through the youth academy of FC Dallas (2012‑2014).

In October 2014 he signed as a Homegrown Player with FC Dallas, becoming their 13th such signing.

He made his MLS debut in May 2015 for FC Dallas.

In mid‑2016 he transferred to Guadalajara (commonly known as Chivas) in Liga MX.

He had limited first team action there and spent the 2017‑2018 season on loan at Zacatepec in Ascenso MX, where he began to find more consistent playing time and started contributing goals.

In 2020 he moved to Necaxa, where he continued to improve his productivity, scoring goals and earning more regular starts.

In January 2022 he transferred to Club América, one of the biggest clubs in Mexico, where he has played as a winger wearing the number 10 shirt.

He has contributed goals, assists, and become an important part of their attack.

On the international front, Zendejas represented the United States at multiple youth levels (U15, U17) before later being involved with Mexico at various youth levels (U21, U23) and making friendly appearances for Mexico’s senior team.

However, he never filed the one‑time switch required under FIFA rules to permanently represent Mexico in competitive matches.

In 2023 he committed to represent the United States at senior level.

Awards

• Liga MX: Clausura 2017 (Guadalajara)
• Copa MX: Clausura 2017 (Guadalajara)
• Supercopa MX: 2016 (Guadalajara)
• Liga MX: Apertura 2023, Clausura 2024, Apertura 2024 (América)
• Campeón de Campeones: 2024 (América)
• Supercopa de la Liga MX: 2024 (América)
• Campeones Cup: 2024 (América)
• CONCACAF Nations League: 2022-23 (United States)
• Individual: CONCACAF Champions Cup Best XI 2024; Liga MX Player of the Month (Jan 2025)

Net Worth

Alejandro Zendejas’s net worth is estimated at US $4.8 million.

His income sources include: Club América salary, endorsements, bonuses etc.

Social Media

• Instagram: @azensaa_
• Twitter (X): @azendejas_
• TikTok: @azensaa