Nicolas Anelka has embarked on his latest sporting challenge by joining Atlético Mineiro, Ronaldinho’s team, a Brazilian club. This move comes after being without a club since leaving West Bromwich Albion following the quenelle affair.
The 35-year-old former Chelsea, PSG, and Real Madrid player is venturing into the South American continent, adding to his extensive playing career which also includes stints in China.
This marks Anelka’s 12th club, showcasing the diversity of his professional journey. The exact details of his salary with Atlético Mineiro have not yet been disclosed.
Here is his professional profile:
Professional Career:
- Paris SG (1996-1997): 12 appearances, 1 goal
- Arsenal (1997-1999): 89 appearances, 28 goals
- Real Madrid CF (1999-2000): 32 appearances, 7 goals
- Paris SG (2000-2002): 57 appearances, 18 goals
- Liverpool FC (loan in 2002): 22 appearances, 5 goals
- Manchester City (2002-2005): 103 appearances, 45 goals
- Fenerbahce (2005-2006): 57 appearances, 16 goals
- Bolton Wanderers (2006-2008): 61 appearances, 23 goals
- Chelsea FC (2008-2012): 184 appearances, 59 goals
- Shanghai Shenhua (2012-2013): 24 appearances, 3 goals
- Juventus Turin (2013): No appearances
- West Bromwich Albion (2013-2014): No specific data provided
Achievements:
- Arsenal: English Premier League champion in 1998, FA Cup winner in 1998, Charity Shield winner in 1998
- Real Madrid: UEFA Champions League winner in 2000
- Paris SG: UEFA Intertoto Cup winner in 2001
- Fenerbahçe: Turkish Super Lig champion in 2005
- Chelsea: English Premier League champion in 2010, FA Cup winner in 2009 and 2010, Community Shield winner in 2009, UEFA Champions League finalist in 2008, League Cup finalist in 2008
- Juventus: Serie A champion in 2013
International Career:
- Winner of the UEFA European Under-19 Championship in 1996
- Winner of the UEFA European Championship in 2000
- Winner of the FIFA Confederations Cup in 2001
- Anelka is the fifth youngest player selected for the French national team at 19 years and 1 month.
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