Diego Rolán is a professional footballer from Uruguay, known for playing as a forward.
He last played as a striker for Club Atlético Peñarol in 2023.
Rolán made his professional debut for Defensor Sporting in 2011, scoring his first goal later that year.
Biography
Early Life
Diego Alejandro Rolán Silva, born in Uruguay, is a professional footballer known for his role as a forward. He began his football journey in the youth development squads of Defensor Sporting, where he graduated to the first team in 2011. Rolán made his official debut on August 28, 2011, in a match against Cerrito, and quickly made a name for himself by scoring his first goal against Cerro Largo FC later that year.
Career Progression
Rolán's career took off after his impressive performance at the 2013 South American Youth Championship, which attracted interest from several European clubs. He signed with FC Girondins de Bordeaux in February 2013, where he played until 2018. During his time in France, he was loaned to Málaga CF in 2017 and later transferred to Deportivo de La Coruña in 2018. His journey continued with stints at CD Leganés, FC Juárez, and Pyramids FC, before returning to FC Juárez and finally joining Club Atlético Peñarol in 2023.
International Career
On the international stage, Rolán represented Uruguay at various levels, including the under-20 team during the 2011 FIFA U-20 World Cup. He made his senior debut for the national team in September 2014 and scored his first international goal against Chile in November of the same year. Rolán was also part of Uruguay's squad for the 2015 Copa América, where he wore the number 9 shirt, typically associated with the suspended Luis Suárez.
Legacy
Throughout his career, Rolán has achieved notable success, including winning the Coupe de France with Bordeaux in 2013. His contributions to both club and country have solidified his reputation as a talented forward in the world of football.
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As of 23 February 2019
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As of 7 June 2017
International goals
Rolan represented the Uruguay national under-20 football team at the 2011 FIFA U-20 World Cup in Colombia. In January 2013, he appeared at the 2013 South American Youth Championship in Argentina, scoring four goals to help Uruguay to the third place and qualification for the 2013 FIFA U-20 World Cup. In September 2014, Rolan made his debut for the Uruguay national football team in a friendly win against Japan in Sapporo. He assisted Edinson Cavani's opening goal in the eventual 2–0 defeat of the Asian champions. His first senior international goal came in a 2–1 away victory over Chile on 18 November 2014. In May 2015, Rolan was included in Uruguay's squad for the 2015 Copa América by coach Óscar Tabárez. He was assigned the number 9 shirt, usually worn by the suspended Luis Suárez. On 6 June, he scored the opening goal during a 5–1 pre-tournament friendly win over Guatemala in Montevideo.
Defensor Sporting
Rolan came up from the youth development squads of Defensor Sporting, being graduated to the first team in 2011. On 28 August 2011, he made his official debut in a 1–1 draw against Cerrito. On 13 November 2011, he scored his first official goal against Cerro Largo FC. His second goal came on 26 February 2012, in the 84th minute to take the lead for Defensor against Nacional in Montevideo which ended 2–2. On 23 September, he scored a hat-trick during a 4–1 win over Progreso. On 17 November, he scored another hat-trick, this time in a 4–0 win over Bella Vista.
Bordeaux
After his breakthrough at the 2013 South American Youth Championship, several big teams in Europe were reportedly interested in signing Rolan. On 11 February 2013, he signed a contract with Ligue 1 side FC Girondins de Bordeaux.
Málaga (loan)
On 29 August 2017, Rolan was loaned to La Liga side Málaga CF for one year.
Deportivo La Coruña
On 17 July 2018, Bordeaux announced the transfer to Deportivo de La Coruña. The transfer fee was estimated at €6 million. Nine days later, he was loaned to CD Leganés in the first division for one year, with a buyout clause. On 31 January 2019, Rolán left Leganés and moved to fellow league team Deportivo Alavés, on loan for the remainder of the season. On 31 January 2021, Rolán moved to Egyptian club Pyramids FC on loan until the end of the season.
Return to Juárez
On 17 August 2021, Rolán signed with Liga MX…
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- FC Girondins de Bordeaux (2013–2018)
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- Defensor Sporting Club (2011–2013)
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- Uruguay men's national football team (2014–)
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- Uruguay national under-20 football team (2011–2012)
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- Deportivo de A Coruña (2018–2021)
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- Málaga CF (2017–2018)
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- CD Leganés (2018–2019)
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- FC Juárez (2019–2020)
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- Pyramids FC (2021–2021)
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- Club Atlético Peñarol (2023–2023)
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- FC Juárez (2021–2022)
Legacy
Clubs
- Uruguay men's national football team2014current
- Defensor Sporting Club2011–2013
- Uruguay national under-20 football team2011–2012
- FC Girondins de Bordeaux2013–2018
- Málaga CF2017–2018
- CD Leganés2018–2019
- Deportivo de A Coruña2018–2021
- FC Juárez2019–2020
- FC Juárez2021–2022
- Pyramids FC2021–2021
- Club Atlético Peñarol2023–2023
Played together with
Aaron BoupendzaFC Girondins de Bordeaux · 2016–2020- Aarón EscandellMálaga CF · 2012–2014
- Aarón EscandellMálaga CF · 2013–2017
- Abass LawallCD Leganés · 2002–2003
Abdallah El SaidPyramids FC · 2019–2023
Abdel AbqarMálaga CF
Abderrahman IbrirFC Girondins de Bordeaux · 1946–1947
Abdesselem Ben MohammedFC Girondins de Bordeaux · 1952–1955
Abdou TraoréFC Girondins de Bordeaux · 2006–2008- Abdou TraoréFC Girondins de Bordeaux · 2008–2017
- Abdoul Aziz NikiemaFC Girondins de Bordeaux · 2002–2005
Abdoulaye BaDeportivo de A Coruña · 2020–2020
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Diego Alejandro Rolán Silva is a Uruguayan professional footballer who last played as a striker for Peñarol.
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