Biography
Who is André Gomes?
Early life and start at Benfica
André was born in Grijó, Vila Nova de Gaia. He entered the youth system at Benfica when he was 18. His first senior appearance occurred on July 28, 2012, in a friendly match against Gil Vicente. He spent his first year with the reserve team in the Segunda Liga. He scored his first goals for Benfica B in matches against Belenenses and Braga B. On October 18, 2012, he debuted for the first team in a 4-0 win against Freamunde. He scored in his first Primeira Liga game against Gil Vicente on October 27, 2012.
In January 2014, Meriton Capital Limited bought his economic rights for 15 million euros. He helped Benfica win the domestic treble in 2014. This victory included the league, the cup, and the Taça da Liga. He played 23 games that season. He scored a goal in the Portuguese Cup semi final against Porto.
Career in Spain
André Gomes moved to Valencia on loan in July 2014. He joined other Portuguese players and manager Nuno Espírito Santo. He made his La Liga debut on August 23, 2014, in a 1-1 draw against Sevilla. He scored his first league goal against Getafe in September 2014. Valencia signed him permanently on June 12, 2015.
Barcelona bought André in July 2016 for 35 million euros plus add-ons. He debuted on August 17, 2016, in the Supercopa de España against Sevilla. He won La Liga in the 2017-18 season. He also won the Copa del Rey in 2017 and 2018. He provided an assist for Neymar in the 2017 Copa del Rey final against Alavés.
Time in England and France
Everton signed him on loan in August 2018 for 2.25 million euros. He debuted in the Premier League on October 21, 2018, against Crystal Palace. He scored his first goal for Everton against Wolverhampton Wanderers on February 2, 2019. He signed a permanent five year contract in June 2019 for 22 million pounds. In April 2019, he received a three match ban for standing on the leg of Aleksandar Mitrović.
A serious ankle injury happened on November 3, 2019, during a game against Tottenham Hotspur. Son Heung-min tackled him, leading to surgery. He returned to play against Arsenal on February 23, 2020. André joined Lille on loan in September 2022. He scored against Rennes on February 4, 2023. He returned to Lille on a free transfer in September 2024. He scored a free kick against Crystal Palace in the FA Cup on January 17. He made 53 appearances for the French club.
National team and honors
André represented Portugal at the 2012 UEFA European Under-19 Championship. He earned 37 caps across all youth levels. His senior debut came on September 7, 2014, against Albania. He was part of the squad that won Euro 2016 in France. He started the opening game against Iceland and assisted Nani. He also played in the 2017 Confederations Cup in Russia.
He received the Commander of the Order of Merit of Portugal. He was named in the 2012 UEFA European Under-19 Championship Team of the Tournament. He also made the 2013-14 UEFA Europa League Squad of the Season. He earned 29 total senior caps. He was in the preliminary 35 man squad for the 2018 World Cup. On February 20, 2026, he joined the Major League Soccer club Columbus Crew.
Birthday and age
André Gomes was born on July 30, 1993, which makes André 33 years old today. That birthday falls under the Leo sign. André shares the date with 74 other famous people.
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