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Nicolas TagliaficoArgentine footballer, defender
Date of Birth: 31.08.1992
Country:  Argentina |
Content:
- Nicolás Tagliafico: A Steadfast Defender
- Loan to Murcia
- Return to Banfield and Rise to Prominence
- Transfer to Independiente
- Move to Ajax
- International Career
- Senior Debut and Contributions
- Achievements
Nicolás Tagliafico: A Steadfast Defender
Early Career and DebutNicolás Tagliafico, an Argentine defender, began his professional career with Banfield in 2011. He made his debut in the Argentine Primera División on March 12, 2011, against Tigre. Tagliafico scored his first goal for Banfield on April 22, 2012, in a match against San Lorenzo.
Loan to Murcia
In 2013, Tagliafico was loaned to Spanish club Murcia. He debuted in the Segunda División on September 15, playing against Mirandés.
Return to Banfield and Rise to Prominence
After his loan spell at Murcia, Tagliafico returned to Banfield and helped the club secure promotion back to the top-flight.
Transfer to Independiente
In 2015, Tagliafico joined Independiente for a transfer fee of €1.8 million. He made his debut on February 15 against Newell's Old Boys. Tagliafico scored his first goal for Independiente on October 5, in a match against River Plate. In 2017, he played a pivotal role in helping Independiente win the Copa Sudamericana.
Move to Ajax
Tagliafico transferred to Dutch giants Ajax in 2018, signing a 4.5-year contract.
International Career
Youth TeamsTagliafico represented Argentina at the FIFA U-17 World Cup in Nigeria in 2009 and the FIFA U-20 World Cup in Colombia in 2011.
Senior Debut and Contributions
He made his senior debut for Argentina in a friendly against Brazil on June 9, 2017. Tagliafico has since become a regular starter for the national team.
Achievements
Club- Copa Sudamericana: 2017 (with Independiente)
