Player: Pablo Javier Pérez
- Full name: Pablo Javier Pérez
- Date of birth: 9 November 1985
- Nationality: Argentina
- Position: Central/Attacking midfielder (also deployed as a winger)
- Preferred foot: Right
Club career (highlights)
- Early career: Began his senior career with Unión Santa Fe (Argentina).
- Independiente (Club Atlético Independiente): Pérez had multiple spells at Independiente. He joined Independiente in 2018 after a stint abroad and became a regular contributor in midfield. Known for work rate, pressing, ball recovery and ability to arrive late in the box.
- Other clubs: Played for Arsenal de Sarandí, Coronel Bolognesi (Peru), Godoy Cruz, Olimpo and Newell’s Old Boys in Argentina. He also had spells in Europe with UD Almería (Spain) and in Brazil with Flamengo, where he won domestic titles.
- Notable achievements: Domestic titles with Flamengo (including Campeonato Carioca and Série A involvement during his time there), and key roles in promotions/important matches for Argentine clubs. Known as a dependable experienced midfielder in the Argentine Primera División upon return to Independiente.
Playing style
- Energetic, industrious central midfielder with high defensive work rate.
- Contributes to transition play, pressing opponents and recycling possession.
- Capable of making late runs into the penalty area and scoring from midfield.
International career
- No sustained senior national team career for Argentina; primarily known for club performances.
Notes
- Information above summarizes Pérez’s career and profile through his time with Independiente and other clubs. Specific appearance and goal totals change season to season; consult club records or competition databases for up-to-date statistics.