Alex Sandro, born on January 26, 1991, is a distinguished Brazilian professional footballer who excels as a left-back for Flamengo in the Campeonato Brasileiro Série A and the Brazil national team.
His football journey commenced at Atletico Paranaense, where he showcased his talent before moving on loan to Santos. In 2011, he made a significant career leap by joining Porto for a transfer fee of nine point six million euros, alongside his compatriot Danilo, who played as a right-back.
In 2015, Alex Sandro signed with Juventus, where he quickly made his mark by helping the team secure the domestic double in his first three seasons. His contributions were pivotal in clinching two additional consecutive league titles in the subsequent years.
On the international stage, Alex Sandro has represented Brazil, earning over forty caps. His youth career was equally impressive, as he played for the Brazil under-20 team, winning both the South American Youth Championship and the FIFA U-20 World Cup in 2011. He was also a key member of the Brazil squad that triumphed in the 2019 Copa América.