Thiago (footballer, born September 1988)

Thiago is commonly used as a short form of the Portuguese and Spanish name Santiago. This entry refers specifically to Thiago Alcântara, a professional footballer.

Thiago Alcântara (born September 1988) is a Spanish professional footballer who plays as a central midfielder for Premier League club Liverpool and the Spain national team.

Early Life and Career: Thiago was born in San Pietro Vernotico, Italy, during his father Mazinho's time playing for Serie A club Lecce. Mazinho was a Brazilian international footballer. Thiago spent his early years in Brazil and Spain, and started his footballing development at Flamengo and Ureca, respectively.

Barcelona: He joined Barcelona's youth academy, La Masia, at the age of 14. He made his first-team debut for Barcelona in 2009 and gradually established himself as a key player, winning numerous titles including La Liga and the Champions League.

Bayern Munich: In 2013, Thiago transferred to Bayern Munich, where he played under managers such as Pep Guardiola. He spent seven successful seasons at Bayern, winning numerous Bundesliga titles and the Champions League in 2020. He was known for his exceptional passing range, technical ability, and tactical intelligence.

Liverpool: In September 2020, Thiago joined Liverpool. He has since become an important member of the Liverpool squad, contributing to their midfield with his technical skills and experience.

International Career: Thiago has represented Spain at various youth levels and made his debut for the senior national team in 2011. He has been a part of Spain's squads for major tournaments, including the European Championships and the World Cup. His style of play is often associated with a possession-based, technically proficient approach.