Alex Teixeira: Biography, Facts and Career
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Alex Teixeira Santos (Brazilian Portuguese: [aˈlɛks te(j)ˈʃejɾɐ]; born 6 January 1990) is a Brazilian professional footballer who plays as a forward for Greek Super League club Panserraikos. Teixeira began his career with Vasco da Gama, making his debut for the senior team at the age of 18, before moving to Shakhtar Donetsk in November 2009. He spent seven years at the club, scoring 89 goals in 222 appearances, while winning the Ukrainian Premier League five times. In February 2016, he transferred to Chinese Super League side Jiangsu Suning for an Asian record transfer fee of €50 million. Internationally, Teixeira has been capped at under-17 and under-20 level for Brazil.
Quick facts about Alex Teixeira
- Full name: Alex Teixeira
- Born: 1990-01-06
- Nationality: Brazil
- Known as: Athlete
- Wikidata ID: Q515938
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Who is Alex Teixeira?
Alex Teixeira Santos (Brazilian Portuguese: [aˈlɛks te(j)ˈʃejɾɐ]; born 6 January 1990) is a Brazilian professional footballer who plays as a forward for Greek Super League club Panserraikos. Teixeira began his career with Vasco da Gama, making his debut for the senior team at the age of 18, before moving to Shakhtar Donetsk in November 2009.
What nationality is Alex Teixeira?
Alex Teixeira is Brazil.
When was Alex Teixeira born?
Alex Teixeira was born on 1990-01-06.
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