Former Lazio and Juventus, Hernanes returns to play in the Italian seventh division

Discover the inspiring football journey of Hernanes, from Brazil to Italy, and his exciting return to the game in Piedmont

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2023-10-17 12:07:11

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Hernanes, hailing from the vibrant city of Recife in Brazil, possessed a left foot that held the promise of greatness. His style of play was nothing short of enchanting, leaving those who witnessed it captivated. He was the kind of Brazilian talent whose journey from the gritty street football to the grand stages of the Old Continent was eagerly anticipated. After his career took flight in Sao Paulo, Italy opened its arms to him, providing a new canvas for him to paint his footballing masterpiece.

Between 2010 and 2017, Hernanes graced the elite of Italian football. He found himself in the ranks of illustrious clubs such as Lazio, Inter, and Juventus.

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— S.S.Lazio (@OfficialSSLazio) April 8, 2020

Surprisingly, at the age of 38 and with 27 national team caps, Hernanes resurface in the footballing world. This time, it is with a non-professional Italian team in the seventh division, ASD, located in the picturesque Piedmont region.

Known as the ‘Prophet’ or even the ‘Brazilian Pirlo,’ Hernanes discovered a renewed passion for the game in this new environment. Despite not being in peak physical condition, he managed to score a crucial goal for his team. Hernanes relished the game and celebrated alongside the devoted fans of the Piedmontese team, explaining, “With the ball at my feet, I feel like a child.”

While Hernanes once harbored dreams of donning the Barcelona jersey, his career journey spanned across Brazil, Italy, and China. Yet, it was the Piedmont region that witnessed the most remarkable resurgence of his career, as he represented the Verdeamarela and shone brightly before gracefully hanging up his boots for the final time.