From the old continent to local football: what players from Europe join Ander Herrera and played in Argentina

From the old continent to local football: what players from Europe join Ander Herrera and played in Argentina

The recent incorporation of Ander Herrera to Boca Juniors has reactivated interest in presence of European soccer players in the Argentine championship. The Spanish midfielder, with an outstanding career in clubs such as Manchester United and PSG, arrives at the Xeneize to fulfill a dream and joins a long list of players born in the old continent that have left their mark on national football.

Throughout the decades, various figures in Europe have crossed the Atlantic to contribute their talent and experience to different clubs in the country, leaving memorable memories for fans.

European players with step in Argentine football

José García Castro

This Spanish striker, from Real Madrid, wore the shirt of River Plate in 1961. Although he did not have the expected performance, he played 18 games and scored seven goals, including one in a superclassic against Boca.

Alberto Martín Goicoechea

Another Spanish footballer, with the past in Malaga and the Athletic Club of Bilbao, this central midfielder arrived at Santa Fe union For the season 1986/1987. He played 13 games in Tatengue, without turning goals.

Velko Itov

The arrival of this Bulgarian attacker to Newell’s Old Boys in 1995 It was a singular fact. A year earlier, he had participated in the United States World Cup with his selection, reaching the semifinals. In Rosario, he played until 1999 and then retired in the MLS.

Iván Moreno and Fabianesi

Born in Badajoz, Spain, this footballer He debuted professionally in Rosario Centralwhere he played between 1998 and 2001, and then had a second cycle in 2009. Nicknamed “El Torero” for his gesture by celebrating the goals, he also played in Villarreal, Porto, Colón, Banfield, Morelia, Vélez, Students, Skoda Xanthi of Greece, Liverpool of Uruguay and Hurricane, club in which he decided to terminate his career in 2015.

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In addition to Rosario Central, Moreno and Fabianesi wore the shirts of Colón, Banfield, Vélez and Huracán in Argentina.

Javier Artero López

Formed in the lower Real Madrid, this Spanish He arrived in San Lorenzo from El Badajozduring the management of Marcelo Tinelli as owner of the club. His passage through the cyclone was brief and played just three games.

Gonzalo Higuaín

The “pipita” is a particular case. He was born in Brest, Francewhile his father Jorge played there, but always represented the Argentine National Team, with which he played three World Cups. It was formed in the lower River Plate And he debuted in 2005. The rise of his career was fast and even turned a goal to Boca. He was then transferred to Real Madrid and continued an outstanding race in Napoli, Juventus, Milan, Chelsea, to finally retire in Inter Miami.

Mikael YouraSouski

Born in Ixelles, Belgiumthis defender He arrived at Boca Juniors As youth and debuted in the First Division in 2004 by Carlos Bianchi, after forming in the lower club. However, he could only play three games with the Xeneize shirt.

David Trezeguet

Originally from RUAN, France, debuted as a professional footballer in Platense in 1993 And then he returned to Europe. His career led him to Monaco and Juventus, in addition to integrating the French squad champion of the 1998 World Cup. played in River Platebeing a fundamental piece in the return of the millionaire to the First Division, with a total of 17 goals. Then he played a season in Newell’s, scoring nine goals in 30 games.

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The world champion with France in 1998 debuted in Platense and then played in River and Newell's.

The world champion with France in 1998 debuted in Platense and then played in River and Newell’s.

Luis Leal

From Ist it, Portugalthis striker, nicknamed “La Pantera”, played Three seasons in Newell’s Between 2017 and 2020, scoring 18 goals. Although it was Portuguese of origin, it was nationalized and represented to the selection of Santo Tomé and Prince.

Daniele de Rossi

The most recent case, until the arrival of Herrera and Muniain. After an extensive career in Rome, this Italian, world champion with his selection in 2006, He fulfilled his desire to play in Boca Juniors. He had the opportunity to play seven games, scored a goal and was part of the champion squad in the 2019/20 season. He is currently the wolf coach.

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The Italian played seven games with the Xeneize shirt and was part of the champion squad.

The Italian played seven games with the Xeneize shirt and was part of the champion squad.

Iker Muniain

He Athletic Club idolwhere he played 15 seasons and played 579 games (being the second player with more presences in the history of the club), he arrived at San Lorenzo As a free player after finishing his link with the Basque team. The footballer, formed in Lezama since the age of 11, debuted in the first team with only 16 years. He won two Spanish Super Cups and a Copa del Rey with Athletic. Despite having offers from other clubs, prioritized his arrival to Argentine football.

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