Nestor Araujo

Nestor Alejandro Araujo Razo (born 29 August 1991) is a Mexican professional footballer who plays as a centre-back for La Liga club Celta Vigo and the Mexico national team. He is an Olympic gold medalist.

Araujo began his career with Cruz Azul in 2010, and played with the club for three years before joining Santos Laguna, initially in a loan deal which the club made permanent the following year. At Santos, he played in over 100 matches, winning the Liga MX on two occasions.

A Mexican international since 2011, Araujo has represented his country at the 2011 Copa America, 2012 Toulon Tournament, Copa America Centenario, and the 2017 FIFA Confederations Cup. He also won the Olympic gold medal with Mexico at the 2012 Summer Olympics.

Club Career

Cruz Azul

Araujo joined Cruz Azul's youth academy in 2007, making his way through the Cruz Azul Premier team and the under-20s.

In 2010, Enrique Meza promoted Araujo to the first team. On 19 September, Araujo made his Primera Division debut for Cruz Azul, playing 90 minutes in the 3–0 home victory against Queretaro.

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