Miguel Angel Trauco Saavedra (born 25 August 1992) is a Peruvian professional footballer who plays as a left back for Ligue 1 club Saint-Etienne and the Peru national football team.
His polished technique, precise passing, and great dribbling skills have made him an asset in the attacking force of his team as well as a solid defender. With his great capabilities to unfold himself into the attacking and defending areas of the field, Trauco is a sharp contributor in any situation.
Club Career
Trauco started his career in the Copa Peru division with Union Comercio in 2010. He made 6 appearances in the National Stage that season including the two matches against Alianza Unicachi in the Final. His side won on away goals and were promoted to the First Division the following season. In 2016, he signed for Universitario de Deportes.
On October 2016 Brazilian and Peruvian press reported rumors about Flamengo's possible interest for signing Trauco. Shortly after, on 13 December 2016, Trauco gave an interview to Peruvian newspaper Libero confirming his transfer to Flamengo for the 2017 season. However, the Brazilian club did not confirm any signing, saying they are still negotiating with Trauco.
Trauco was elected 2016 Peruvian Primera Division best player with 39 appearances, one goal and 11 assists.
Flamengo
After many rumors in the press Flamengo announced officially Traucos's signing, on 14 December 2016. The left back signed a three-year contract with the Brazilian club. He debuted for his new club on 28 January 2017 scoring a goal and two assists against Boavista, in the opening match of the 2017 Campeonato Carioca.
After Flamengo signed Filipe Luis Trauco lost space and became the team's third left back. As he only had five more months under his contract the Brazilian club decided to accept a low offer from Saint-Etienne to avoid losing Trauco on a free transfer.
Saint-Etienne
On 31 July 2019, Flamen
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