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Dani Alves

Dani Alves, born Daniel Alves da Silva, is a Brazilian former professional footballer who played as a right-back. He is widely regarded as one of the best full-backs of all time and is also one of the most decorated players with 43 trophies. Here is a timeline of his life and career from birth to today.

Main Milestones

6 May 1983

Birth

Dani Alves was born in Juazeiro, a city in the Brazilian state of Bahia, to father Domingos Alves da Silva, a farmer. His early life was marked by a passion for football, encouraged by his father who managed his own football team.

2001

Professional Debut

Alves made his professional debut for Bahia in a match against Paraná Clube for the 2001 Campeonato Brasileiro Série A. Bahia won 3–0, with Alves providing two assists and winning a penalty for the other goal.

2002

Transfer to Sevilla

Alves joined Spanish side Sevilla on loan, midway through 2002. He went on to have a successful six-year spell with Sevilla, winning two UEFA Cups and the Copa del Rey.

2008

Transfer to Barcelona

Alves joined Barcelona for €32.5 million, becoming the third-most expensive defender of all-time at the time. He won numerous titles with Barcelona, including the treble in his first season, two UEFA Champions League titles, and five La Liga titles.

2016

Transfer to Juventus

Alves signed with Juventus on a free transfer. He won the 2016–17 Serie A title and 2016–17 Coppa Italia in his only season with the side, also reaching the Champions League Final.

2017

Transfer to Paris Saint-Germain

Alves joined French side Paris Saint-Germain on a free transfer. He won a domestic treble in his first season and another league title the following season.

2019

Transfer to São Paulo

Alves returned to his home country, joining São Paulo. He won the 2021 Campeonato Paulista with them, ending São Paulo's 8-year trophyless period.

2021

Return to Barcelona

Alves returned to Barcelona on a deal until the end of the season. He made his second debut for the club in January 2022 and scored his first goal since returning in February 2022.

2022

Transfer to UNAM

Alves signed a one-year contract with Liga MX club UNAM. His contract was terminated in January 2023 following his arrest for sexual assault allegations.

February 2024

Conviction

Alves was convicted of rape and sentenced to four and a half years in prison.

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Brief

Known For

Brazilian former professional footballer who played as a right-back.

Bio Dates and Places

Born Date: 6 May 1983.
Born Place: Juazeiro, Bahia, Brazil.

Career

Current occupation: Retired professional footballer.
Past occupations: Professional footballer.
Previous Place of Work: Bahia, Sevilla, Barcelona, Juventus, Paris Saint-Germain, São Paulo, UNAM.

Achievements and Recognition

Awards: 43 trophies including two UEFA Cups, the Copa del Rey, five La Liga titles, two UEFA Champions League titles, the 2009 and 2013 FIFA Confederations Cups, and the 2019 Copa América.

Skills

Right-back football skills, leadership, and tactical awareness.

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