Luis Antonio Valencia

Luis Antonio Valencia is possibly the best Ecuadorian Winger. In his debut for senior national team he scored 2 goals against Paraguay (02' World Cup Qualifier). Valencia is known for his speed, crosses and long distance shots. Born in Lago Agrio, Ecuador, Luis had a short spell in Spain (Villareal, Recreativo), eventually sold to the Premiership team Wigan Athletic. Donning the number 16, Valencia was key to Wigan remaining in England's top flight. After Winter rumours of a move to Real Madrid, Manchester United, and Bayern Munich, Valencia signed for Manchester United on June 30th, 2009, becoming United's first summer acquisition.

Caps for Ecuador: 38, 4 goals.

Although he won the most votes for Gillette's Best Young Player Award, Lukas Podolski got the award.

Career:

01-04, El Nacional, Ecuador. 84 appearances, 20 goals

05-08, Villareal, Spain. 2 appearances, 0 goals.

06-09, Wigan Athletic. 83 appearances, 6 goals.

09-?, Manchester United, 3 appearances, 1 goal. (read less)

Luis Antonio Valencia is possibly the best Ecuadorian Winger. In his debut for senior national team he scored 2 goals against Paraguay (02' World Cup Qualifier). Valencia is known for his speed, crosses and long distance shots. Born in Lago Agrio, Ecuador, Luis had a short spell in Spain (Villareal, Recreativo), eventually sold to the Premiership team Wigan Athletic. Donning the number 16, Valencia was key to Wigan remaining in England's top flight. After Winter rumours of a move to Real... (read more)