Biography
Who is Arturo Vidal?
Early life in Santiago
Arturo Vidal was born in Santiago, Chile, specifically in the working class commune of San Joaquín. His family background was humble, and his athletic potential was initially spotted by his uncle in the local community.
Following this early discovery, Arturo joined the youth squads of the local Primera División club Colo-Colo. This move laid the groundwork for his future path in professional association football.
Professional debut with Colo-Colo
Arturo Vidal made his professional debut during the first leg of the 2006 Torneo Apertura final against arch-rivals Universidad de Chile. He entered the match as a late substitute for Gonzalo Fierro, helping secure a victory.
In the following season, known as the Torneo Clausura, Arturo became a much more important part of the squad. He successfully led Colo-Colo to their second championship win in a row and scored three goals in the Copa Sudamericana campaign.
Move to European football
Following his success in South America, Arturo Vidal transferred to German club Bayer Leverkusen in the summer. The transfer fee was agreed at eleven million dollars, breaking a previous national record for a player transfer.
Arturo quickly established himself in the starting line-up despite missing his first game through injury. He scored his first goal for Bayer Leverkusen in a victory over Hannover 96 and played a vital role in their subsequent domestic campaigns.
Success with Juventus
Arturo Vidal joined Italian club Juventus on a five-year contract and made his competitive debut against Parma. He marked his first appearance with a goal six minutes after coming on as a substitute.
During his time in Italy, Arturo became an integral part of the squad that won the Scudetto in all four of his seasons. He also played a crucial role in helping Juventus reach the final of the UEFA Champions League.
International career with Chile
Arturo Vidal has earned over one hundred forty caps for the Chile national team since making his debut. He has participated in multiple Copa América tournaments, helping his nation achieve victory.
In addition to continental success, Arturo has represented his country at the FIFA World Cup and the FIFA Confederations Cup, establishing himself as one of the greatest players in his nation's history.
Birthday and age
Arturo Vidal was born on May 22, 1987, which makes Arturo 39 years old today. That birthday falls under the Gemini sign. Arturo shares the date with 31 other famous people.
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