John Alexander Valencia
| Personal information | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Full name | John Alexander Valencia Hinestroza | ||
| Date of birth | January 4, 1982 | ||
| Place of birth | Medellín, Colombia | ||
| Height | 6 ft 4 in (1.93 m) | ||
| Playing position | Defender | ||
| Club information | |||
Current team | Deportes Tolima | ||
| Number | 3 | ||
| Senior career* | |||
| Years | Team | Apps† | (Gls)† |
| 2005–2006 | Independiente Medellín | 14 | (1) |
| 2005 | → Oţelul Galaţi (loan) | 4 | (0) |
| 2006 | Atlético Bucaramanga | 17 | (3) |
| 2007–2012 | Atlético Junior | 114 | (3) |
| 2012 | Chivas USA | 14 | (0) |
| 2013- | Deportes Tolima | 4 | (0) |
| * Senior club appearances and goals counted for the domestic league only and correct as of February 10, 2013. † Appearances (Goals). | |||
John Alexander Valencia (born January 4, 1982) is a Colombian footballer who currently plays as a defender for Deportes Tolima in Categoría Primera A.
Career
Valencia began his career in the youth ranks of top Colombian side Independiente Medellín and made his first team debut in 2005. During the 2005 season he was also sent on loan to Romanian club Oţelul Galaţi. After a brief stay in Romania he returned to Colombia signing with Atlético Bucaramanga. His play with Bucaramanga helped him receive interest from Atlético Junior who than signed Valencia for the 2007 season. Since signing, Valencia established himself as a starter for the Barranquilla club. Valencia helped the club in capturing Categoría Primera A championships in 2010 and 2011.
On January 24, 2012, Valencia signed with Major League Soccer side Chivas USA.[1] His 2013 contract option was declined by the club on February 14, 2013.[2]
Titles
| Season | Club | Title |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 | Atlético Junior | Categoría Primera A - Torneo Apertura |
| 2011 | Atlético Junior | Categoría Primera A - Torneo Finalización |
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