Ansaldi played for Genoa CFC from 2015 to 2016, where he made a significant impact before moving to Inter Milan.
Cristian Ansaldi is an Argentine former professional footballer known for his role as a full-back.
He began his professional career at Newell's Old Boys, where he played from 2005 to 2008.
Biography
Early Life
Cristian Daniel Ansaldi was born in Rosario, Argentina, where he began his journey in football. He started his professional career in 2005 with Newell's Old Boys, quickly establishing himself as a regular player in the first team. His early performances showcased his potential as a talented full-back, setting the stage for a successful career.
Career
In January 2008, Ansaldi made a significant move to Rubin Kazan, where he enjoyed considerable success, winning the Russian Premier League in both 2008 and 2009. His time in Russia also included victories in the Russian Super Cup and the Russian Cup. In 2013, he transferred to FC Zenit Saint Petersburg, further solidifying his reputation in European football.
In August 2014, Ansaldi was loaned to Atlético Madrid, where he made his competitive debut in the Supercopa de España against Real Madrid. Following his loan spell, he joined Genoa CFC in 2015, where his performances led to a permanent transfer in 2016. However, a twist in his career occurred when he signed with Inter Milan, despite Genoa's failure to complete the buyout of his contract with Zenit.
International Career
Ansaldi's international career with the Argentina national team began in 2009, and he was part of the squad for the 2018 World Cup in Russia. Over his international tenure, he earned five caps, contributing to Argentina's football legacy.
Legacy
Throughout his career, Cristian Ansaldi has left a mark in various leagues, showcasing his skills as a full-back and earning multiple honors, including league titles in Russia and Spain. His journey reflects the dedication and talent that characterize successful footballers on the international stage.
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Career & Clubs
Newell's Old Boys
Born in Rosario, Ansaldi started his professional career in 2005 and quickly progressed to become a regular player in the Newell's Old Boys first team.
Rubin Kazan
In January 2008, he was sold to Rubin Kazan, with whom he won the Russian Premier League in 2008 and 2009.
Zenit
Ansaldi left Rubin Kazan for Zenit Saint Petersburg in 2013.
Atlético (loan)
On 1 August 2014, he went on loan to Atlético Madrid for the upcoming La Liga season. Nine days later, his hip collided with the head of teammate Mario Suárez in a friendly at VfL Wolfsburg, causing to the latter a brain injury. He made his competitive debut in the first leg of the 2014 Supercopa de España on 19 August, a 1–1 draw away to Real Madrid, in which he came on after 64 minutes for fellow debutant Guilherme Siqueira.
Genoa
Ansaldi went on loan to Genoa for the 2015–16 season, the loan contract included the buyout option. The transfer was made permanent on 31 May 2016 when the club activated the €4 million clause. On 22 June 2016, Ansaldi agreed on a contract with Internazionale, under the assumption that Genoa would trigger the buyout option in the loan contract, and sell him on to Inter. However, Genoa did not make the payment to Zenit St. Petersburg by the deadline of 30 June 2016 and the player rights reverted to Zenit, as his Zenit contract was valid until the summer of 2017. Despite this unexpected outcome, Ansaldi still represented Inter…
Ansaldi was called for Argentina on 14 November 2009, for a friendly game against Spain. In May 2018 he was named in Argentina's 23 man squad for the 2018 World Cup in Russia.
Club
As of match played 20 May 2022.
International
As of 18 November 2014
- Club
- Rubin Kazan (2008–2013)
- Club
- FC Bayern Munich
- Club
- Newell's Old Boys (2005–2008)
- Club
- FC Zenit Saint Petersburg (2013–2016)
- Club
- Atlético Madrid (2014–2015)
- Club
- Genoa CFC (2015–2016)
- Club
- Argentina men's national football team (2009–2014)
- Club
- Inter Milan (2016–)
- National team
- Argentina
Legacy
Rubin Kazan
Russian Premier League: 2008, 2009 Russian Super Cup: 2010, 2012 Russian Cup: 2011–12 Atlético Madrid
Supercopa de España: 2014 Zenit Saint Petersburg
Russian Super Cup: 2015 Parma
Serie B: 2023–24
Clubs
Played together with
Aarón MartínGenoa CFC · 2023–2026Abdoulay KonkoGenoa CFC · 2007–2008
Abdoulay KonkoGenoa CFC · 2011–2011
Abel BalboArgentina men's national football team · 1989–1998
Abel BalboNewell's Old Boys · 1987–1988
Abel ResinoAtlético Madrid · 1986–1995
Achraf HakimiInter Milan · 2020–2021
Aco StojkovInter Milan · 2001–2005- Adam AznouFC Bayern Munich · 2022
Adaílton Martins BolzanGenoa CFC · 2006–2007
Adel TaarabtGenoa CFC · 2017–2018
Adelardo RodríguezAtlético Madrid · 1959–1976
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Identifiers & aliases
Cristian Daniel Ansaldi is an Argentine former professional footballer who played as a full-back. He had been capped five times with the Argentina national team.
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