Luís Manuel (footballer, born 1981)

Luís Manuel Ferreira Delgado, commonly known as Luís Manuel, is a Portuguese former professional footballer who played as a defender, primarily as a right-back.

Born on April 19, 1981, in Póvoa de Varzim, Portugal, Luís Manuel began his professional career in Portugal. He is best known for his time playing in the Portuguese Liga for clubs such as Rio Ave, Estoril, and Leixões.

Throughout his career, Luís Manuel established himself as a reliable and experienced defender. He was known for his positional awareness, tackling ability, and work rate. While not a prolific goalscorer, he contributed to his teams defensively and provided support in attacking situations.

Luís Manuel's career spanned over a decade, during which he accumulated a significant number of appearances in the Portuguese top flight and other divisions. He was a consistent performer for his clubs and a respected figure in Portuguese football. He retired from professional football after a long and dedicated career. Further details regarding specific achievements, statistics, or international caps (if any) are limited in publicly available records.