leandro paredes

Leandro Daniel Paredes was born on June 29, 1994, in San Justo, Buenos Aires, Argentina. He began his football journey in the youth ranks of Boca Juniors, a prominent Argentine club. He made his senior league debut for Boca Juniors in November 2010. His early career saw him progress through the Argentine Primera División before making a move to European football. This transition marked the beginning of his professional career across several major leagues.

Paredes gained international recognition through his performances with AS Roma, where he initially joined on loan in 2014, eventually making the move permanent. His tenure in Italy also included a loan spell at Empoli FC. In 2017, he transferred to Zenit Saint Petersburg, where he continued to develop as a key midfielder. His consistent performances led to a significant move to Paris Saint-Germain in 2019, where he became an integral part of their midfield, competing in Ligue 1 and the UEFA Champions League. During his time at PSG, he also had a loan spell at Juventus in the 2022-2023 season.

A significant highlight of Paredes’ career has been his contributions to the Argentina national team. He made his senior international debut in 2017 and has since been a regular feature in the squad. He played a crucial role in Argentina’s triumph at the 2021 Copa América and later helped lead the team to victory in the 2022 FIFA World Cup, a major milestone in his career. His career has also seen him return to AS Roma and, most recently, back to his boyhood club, Boca Juniors in 2025.