Esteban Granero

Esteban Felix Granero Molina (Spanish pronunciation: [esˈteβan ˈfeliɣz ɣɾaˈneɾo moˈlina]; born 2 July 1987) is a Spanish former professional footballer. Known as El Pirata ("The Pirate"), he could play as a central or an attacking midfielder, his best attributes being passing, technique and shooting.

He emerged through Real Madrid's youth academy, but made a name for himself in La Liga with Getafe, following which he returned to his previous team, winning two major titles but being sparingly played over the course of three seasons.

Granero represented Spain at under-21 level, appearing in the 2009 European Championship.

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.

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