Andreas Pereira
Professional Brazilian footballer

Born
January 1st, 1996
29 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
Brazil
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Born in 1996, this Brazilian footballer developed skills at the Manchester United youth academy. He made his professional debut for Manchester United in 2015. Later, he played for various clubs including Valencia CF on loan and was loaned to Lazio in 2021, where he contributed to the team's midfield strength. In 2022, he transferred to Fulham FC and continued to play in the Premier League, showcasing talent in both domestic and international competitions.
Debuted for Manchester United in 2015
Played on loan at Valencia CF
Transferred to Fulham FC in 2022
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