Hernani

Hernani Azevedo Junior (born 27 March 1994), simply known as Hernani, is a Brazilian professional footballer who plays for Italian club Genoa, as a midfielder.

Club Career

Early career in Brazil

Born in Sao Goncalo do Sapucai, Minas Gerais, Hernani graduated from Atletico Paranaense's youth setup. He made his senior debuts in 2013 Campeonato Paranaense.

On 22 August 2013, Hernani was loaned to Serie B side Joinville until December. He made his professional debut on 3 September, coming on as a second half substitute in a 1–1 home draw against Ceara.

Hernani returned to Furacao in January 2014 and made his Serie A debut on 10 September, replacing Marcos Guilherme in a 0–1 away loss against Gremio. Four days later he was handed his first start, and scored the last goal of a 2–0 home win against Vitoria.

Zenit

On 16 December 2016, Hernani signed a five-year contract with Russian Premier League side Zenit St. Petersburg.

Saint-Etienne (loan)

On 8 August 2017, he joined Saint-Etienne on loan until the end of the 2017–18 season.

Parma

On 12 July 2019, Hernani joined Parma on loan until the end of the 2019–20 season, with Parma holding an obligation to buy. At the same time he signed a contract with Parma until 30 June 2023.

Genoa

On 7 August 2021, Hernani joined Genoa on loan with an obligation to buy.

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