Vlad Chiricheș

Romanian footballer with Napoli

Vlad Chiricheș - Romanian footballer with Napoli
Born

November 14th, 1989
35 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Romania

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A professional footballer from Romania, played primarily as a defender. Started professional career with FCM Târgu Mureș before moving to minor Romanian clubs. Joined Steaua București, where contributed to winning Liga I titles. Transferred to Tottenham Hotspur, competing in the English Premier League. Played for the Italian club Napoli, gaining experience in Serie A while showcasing defensive skills. Represented Romania internationally, participating in various UEFA European Championship qualifiers.

Won Liga I with Steaua București

Played in the English Premier League with Tottenham Hotspur

Competed in Serie A with Napoli

Represented Romania in international competitions

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