Biography
Who is Alejandro Domínguez?
Early life and career
Alejandro Domínguez emerged from the youth academy of Quilmes Atlético Club, a second league club in Argentina. He earned the nickname Chori since he was a teenager and started gaining recognition for his athletic abilities early on. His skills on the pitch soon caught the attention of larger clubs in the region.
Playing in Russia and Europe
In 2004, Alejandro Domínguez moved to Russia to sign for Rubin Kazan after being scouted by several European clubs. He later transferred to FC Zenit Saint Petersburg for a reported fee of seven million euros before the start of the 2007 Russian season. This move broke the record transfer fee inside the Russian Premier League at the time.
Valencia and River Plate return
Alejandro Domínguez joined Spanish club Valencia CF on a three-and-a-half-year contract in December 2009. While playing for Valencia, he operated behind players like Roberto Soldado and Aritz Aduriz in the squad selection. Later, reports linked him with a potential move to Juventus, supported by the fact that he held an Italian passport.
Olympiacos and retirement
After leaving Rayo Vallecano, Alejandro Domínguez joined Greek side Olympiacos in July 2013 on a two-year contract. He became an indispensable member of the squad, scoring key goals in the UEFA Champions League against teams like Manchester United, Atletico Madrid, and Malmö. He later signed a contract extension keeping him with the club until 2017.
Player height and physical attributes
Alejandro Domínguez stands at a height of 176 centimeters, which translates to five feet and seven inches. Despite being one of the shortest players on the pitch during crucial matches, his agility and positioning proved vital. A well-known example occurred when he made a crucial defensive header off the crossbar during a decisive match for Zenit Saint Petersburg in 2007.
Birthday and age
Alejandro Domínguez was born on June 10, 1981, which makes Alejandro 45 years old today. That birthday falls under the Gemini sign. Alejandro shares the date with 58 other famous people.
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