About
Juan Sebastián Verón is an Argentine former professional footballer and current chairman of Estudiantes de La Plata. Verón was a highly regarded midfielder known for his passing range, vision, and leadership qualities. He played for several prominent clubs, including Manchester United, Chelsea, Inter Milan, and Lazio. In 2004, he was named in the FIFA 100 list of the greatest living footballers.
Career Timeline
Estudiantes Debut
Begins professional career at Estudiantes.
Sampdoria Transfer
Moves to Europe with Sampdoria.
Manchester United Signing
Joins Manchester United for a large fee.
Return to Estudiantes
Returns to Estudiantes, boosting popularity.
Copa Libertadores Win
Wins Copa Libertadores with Estudiantes.
Brief Comeback
Comes out of retirement briefly to play for Estudiantes again.
Estudiantes Chairman
Continues as chairman, remembered as a great midfielder.
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Last updated: February 25, 2026