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Carlos BaccaColombian footballer, striker
Date of Birth: 08.09.1986
Country:  Colombia |
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Early Career
Carlos Bacca, a Colombian footballer, began his journey in Barranquilla, where he played for local clubs. In 2007, he signed his first professional contract with Atlético Junior. To gain experience, he was loaned to Barranquilla (12 goals in 27 games) and Venezuelan second-tier club Minervén (12 goals in 29 games), helping them achieve promotion to the top flight.
Atlético Junior Stardom
Returning to Atlético Junior in 2009, Bacca became the Colombian Cup's top scorer and led the club to the Apertura championship and scoring title in 2010. He repeated the feats in 2011, catching the attention of European clubs. Deals with Lokomotiv Moscow and Chievo Verona nearly materialized but ultimately failed.
Arrival in Belgium
In January 2012, Bacca joined Belgian club Club Brugge for €2.5 million. Initially a substitute, he made his mark with a goal against Gent in April. After impressing in the Europa League, he became a regular starter under new manager Georges Leekens. In January 2013, despite a transfer request, he signed a new contract with the club until 2016. He finished the season as the Belgian Pro League top scorer and was named Player of the Year.
Success with Sevilla
In July 2013, Bacca moved to Sevilla, signing a contract until 2018. He made an immediate impact, scoring in the Europa League against Mladost and La Liga against Atlético Madrid. His most famous feat came in March 2014 when he scored twice to secure a 2-1 victory over league leaders Real Madrid. He also contributed to Sevilla's Europa League triumph that season, scoring in the final against Benfica.
In the 2014/15 Europa League, Bacca was instrumental with seven goals, including a brace in the final against Dnipro. This victory made Sevilla the tournament's most successful club.
Time with Milan
In July 2015, Bacca transferred to AC Milan for €30 million. He marked his Milan debut with a goal against Empoli and scored his first brace against Palermo. His first hat-trick came against Torino in August 2016.
