Jhon Cordoba

Jhon Andres Cordoba Copete (Spanish pronunciation: [ʝon ˈkoɾðoβa]; born 11 May 1993) is a Colombian footballer who plays as a striker for Russian Premier League club Krasnodar. He is well known for his strength and his powerful shots. His skills and talents have led many to consider him to be a Colombian version of Didier Drogba due to their similar traits.

Club Career

Envigado

A youth product of Envigado F.C., Cordoba made his professional debut for the club in 2010. In the 2011 Torneo Apertura, he appeared in only two matches, all from the bench. Cordoba was retained to play in the 2011 Copa Colombia, scoring against giants Independiente Medellin and Once Caldas. However, Envigado finished last in their group and were eliminated.

Cordoba was included in the starting eleven for the 2011 Torneo Finalizacion. He then scored five goals in 18 appearances, and notably scoring a brace in a 2–3 loss to Once Caldas. Cordoba successfully defended his starting place in the following year's Torneo Apertura, and finished the season as the club's top goal scorer with six goals in 16 games.

Chiapas

Following an impressive season with Envigado, Cordoba was signed by Mexican club Queretaro and immediately loaned to fellow league team Chiapas on 9 July 2012. He made his debut on 20 July 2012 against Tigres UANL, and scored his first goal in a 4–0 triumph against San Luis.

Espanyol

On 2 September 2013, it was announced that Cordoba would join La Liga club RCD Espanyol. The deal would consist of a one-year loan with an option to buy for €3.5 million.

On 30 November, Cordoba scored his first goal in a 1–2 loss against Real Sociedad. On 25 January of the following year he scored his second goal in a match against Valencia CF, and finished the campaign with four goals.

Granada

On 12 August 2014 Cordoba signed a five-year deal with fellow league team Granada CF. He scored his first goal fo

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