Denilson Santos, a Portuguese defender hailing from the sunny shores of Portugal, was born on the 2nd of February in 2007, which puts the spring chicken at a tender 18 years of age. His footballing prowess is most keenly demonstrated at Sporting CP, where he primarily functions as a stalwart left-back, but baby-faced Santos is versatile, don't you be mistaken.
Undeniably athletic, Santos stands at a respectable 5ft 8in (1.74m) tall, and possesses a solid build, weighing in at 10st 9lb (68kg). An easy figure to spot on the pitch, Santos is the proud wearer of the number 71 jersey, an unusual choice, perhaps marking him out as a bit of an odd fish in the footballing sea.
Adding to his list of credentials is a contract with Sporting CP, which, no doubt, had him beaming from ear to ear. This arrangement is far from short-lived, with a good two years and one month left on its course. This lucky ticket will keep his boots firmly on the Sporting CP turf all the way until the end of June in 2027. His commitment to this club suggests a professional loyalty that makes the heart of any football fan flutter with admiration.
