Esteban Granero

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ИИ

Esteban Granero, known as "El Pirata," is a former Spanish professional footballer who played as a midfielder.

Granero began his professional career at Getafe CF, where he played from 2007 to 2008.

He played for Queens Park Rangers F.C. from 2012 to 2014 in the Premier League.

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Биография

Early Life

Esteban Félix Granero Molina, known as "El Pirata," was born in Madrid, Spain, where he began his football journey at the tender age of eight by joining Real Madrid's youth academy. His early talent was evident as he scored an impressive 83 goals in the under-10 division. Granero's leadership skills shone through when he captained the under-12 team to victory in the International Football-7 tournament, scoring the winning goal against FC Barcelona and earning the title of best player of the competition.

Career

Granero's professional career took off when he joined Real Madrid C in 2004, where he showcased his exceptional passing skills and football intelligence. He made his first appearance for Real Madrid Castilla in 2006, contributing with assists and solid performances. Despite his success in the youth ranks, he transitioned to Getafe CF in 2007, where he became a key player. His career continued to flourish as he played for notable clubs including Real Madrid, Queens Park Rangers, and Real Sociedad, before concluding his professional journey at RCD Espanyol and UD Marbella.

Granero also represented Spain at various youth levels, including the under-21 team, where he participated in the 2009 European Under-21 Championship. His contributions helped Spain secure the UEFA European Under-19 Championship title in 2006, marking a significant achievement in his international career.

Legacy

Throughout his career, Granero earned several honors, including a La Liga title with Real Madrid in the 2011-12 season and a Copa del Rey victory in 2010-11. His journey from a promising youth player to a professional footballer exemplifies his dedication and skill in the sport, leaving a lasting impact on the teams he played for and the fans who admired his talent.

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Club career

Real Madrid

Born in Madrid, Granero joined ranks of Real Madrid when he was just eight years old, and quickly began displaying his footballing talent. In one season, he scored 83 goals in the under-10 division and, in 1999, captained the under-12 side that won the International Football-7 tournament held at the Palau Sant Jordi in Barcelona by defeating FC Barcelona 1–0 with his extra time goal – he was also named the best player of the competition. Granero, alongside teammates Juan Mata and Alberto Bueno, won the Copa de Campeones Juvenil de Fútbol in 2006, an under-19 official youth tournament organized by the Royal Spanish Football Federation. He then joined the club's C team at the age of 17, standing out for his talent and passing skills and going on to receive the Números 1 Don Balón award as the "Most Valuable Player" of the Group VII of Tercera División in 2005–06, an accolade bestowed by Don Balón magazine, one of the founding members of European Sports Media. That same season he made his first appearance with Real Madrid Castilla in a match against Albacete Balompié, during which he had an assist.

Getafe

Granero made the definitive jump to Castilla in 2006–07's Segunda División, and slowly earned the confidence of coach Míchel until finally becoming an undisputed starter. He would eventually fail to make the transition into the first team, as did fellow cantera players Rubén de la Red, Javi García and Adrián González and, on 31 August, the last…

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International career

After having helped Spain to the 2006 UEFA European Under-19 Championship, Granero made his debut for the under-21s on 6 February 2007, in a friendly against England (2–2). He appeared for the nation at the 2009 European Under-21 Championship, in an eventual group stage exit.

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