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Javier Matías Pastore (Spanish pronunciation: [xaˈβjeɾ maˈti.as pasˈtoɾe]; born 20 June 1989) is an Argentine football agent and former professional footballer who played as a midfielder. An attacking midfielder, Pastore began his club career with Talleres and then Huracán in his native Argentina before moving to Serie A team Palermo in 2009 for a reported transfer fee of €4.7 million. In 2011, French side Paris Saint-Germain bought him for a reported €39.8 million. He won numerous domestic honours with the club, including five Ligue 1 titles, before joining Roma in 2018, for a fee of €24.7 million. At international level, Pastore made his senior debut in 2010, and went on to make over 20 appearances for his country. He represented Argentina at the 2010 FIFA World Cup, and at three editions of the Copa América, reaching consecutive finals of the latter competition in 2015 and 2016.

Quick facts about Javier Pastore

  • Full name: Javier Pastore
  • Born: 1989-06-20
  • Nationality: Argentina
  • Known as: Athlete
  • Wikidata ID: Q276434

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Who is Javier Pastore?

Javier Matías Pastore (Spanish pronunciation: [xaˈβjeɾ maˈti.as pasˈtoɾe]; born 20 June 1989) is an Argentine football agent and former professional footballer who played as a midfielder. An attacking midfielder, Pastore began his club career with Talleres and then Huracán in his native Argentina before moving to Serie A team Palermo in 2009 for a reported transfer fee of €4.7 million.

What nationality is Javier Pastore?

Javier Pastore is Argentina.

When was Javier Pastore born?

Javier Pastore was born on 1989-06-20.

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