defender

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The defender joined Paris St-Germain from Inter Milan in 2021, and has won 13 pieces of silverware during his time at the club - including back-to-back Champions League titles in the past two seasons.

From BBC • Jun. 19, 2026

“We need to be more decisive; the win has calmed the nerves we’ve had over the last few days,” Mexico defender Israel Reyes said.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 18, 2026

Manchester City defender Josko Gvardiol was one of the beneficiaries, joining the academy during Jozak's tenure and being deployed in midfield or as a number 10 throughout his development.

From BBC • Jun. 17, 2026

Ezri Konsa: The Aston Villa defender has been one of Thomas Tuchel's favourites since he took the job.

From BBC • Jun. 17, 2026

The defender countered that Zeitoun had no prior record, and that the bail should be far lower.

From "Zeitoun" by Dave Eggers