Trauco reveals that he wanted to return to the Universitario

Trauco reveals that he wanted to return to the Universitario for the centenary celebrations: "I waited for her until the end"

Miguel Trauco traveled to Brazil to join Criciúma. Before leaving the country, the Peru national team full-back spoke about the offers he had dealt with in recent weeks; Also regarding the Universitario de Deportes, the defender revealed that he intends to bet on the cream for the anniversary year.

“I hope everything goes well for me. I'm very excited, Brazilian football is very competitive and the idea is to stay there to remain eligible. That’s what I strive for more than anything else.” (…) There were some suggestions from Peru, but they didn't come to fruition because my priority was to continue outside. Thank God this opportunity is given.” He expressed ovation.

Why didn't Miguel Trauco make it to the Universitario?

Miguel Trauco stated that the Merengue institution had not presented an offer for him. He even mentioned that he waited for her until the end.

“They never called me, on that side I couldn’t say what happened. I never had a proposal from the 'U', I waited for them till the end but they never had a proposal,” he added.

Where will Miguel Trauco play?

After his time with the San José Earthquakes in the MLS (Major League Soccer), Miguel Trauco decided to take on a second stage in Brazilian football. The 31-year-old footballer became Criciúma's new reinforcement. Club that has just been promoted to Brasileirao.

Miguel Trauco already knows Brazilian football: he played for Flamengo between 2017 and 2019.  Photo: LR/FPF composition

Miguel Trauco already knows Brazilian football: he played for Flamengo between 2017 and 2019. Photo: LR/FPF composition

How much is Miguel Trauco worth?

According to the latest update from the specialist portal Transfermarkt, Miguel Trauco has a market value of 1.8 million euros.

Which teams did Miguel Trauco play on?

  • 2010–2015: Union
  • 2016: University
  • 2017-2019: Flamengo
  • 2019-2022: Saint Etienne
  • 2022–2023: San Jose earthquake
  • 2024: Criciúma.