Leandro Augusto

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Leandro Augusto Oldoni (born 18 August 1977) is a Brazilian football player.

He currently plays as a midfielder for Club Universidad Nacional, a Mexico City team commonly known as the Pumas where he wears the number 7 shirt. He joined the Pumas in 2001 on a transfer from Club León, he previously played for Criciúma, Sport Club Internacional and Botafogo in his native country of Brazil. In Pumas is considered a key player due to his pace, stamina, and excellent ability with his left foot which has earned him a spot as a regular starter on the Mexico City squad. He can play multiple functions on the team such as playing in a defensive midfield role where he recovers balls and brings a sense of security, from there he can distribute the ball and create offensive threats towards opposing teams. Critics have praised him over the years for his versatility and is considered one of Mexico's finest imported players.

He is currently in the process of acquiring Mexican citizenship.