The Peruvian football has seen different players throughout history. However, few of them left their 'mark' due to the high level shown, as well as other reasons that caught the attention of all fans.
In that sense, during the 2018 season, Melgar announced Emanuel Biancucchi as their new reinforcement, which had a big impact on many because it was known that he was Lionel Messi's cousin. The midfielder arrived in Arequipa with extensive international experience and was key for the red and black team throughout the campaign.
However, he did not manage to win the title and what he could fulfill was defending the Newell's jersey in Argentina the following year, as it was one of his main dreams. After that, he played for clubs in Brazil, Tacuary in Paraguay, and in the latter, he decided to end his career.
Through his social networks, Emanuel Biancucchi himself announced that he will 'hang up his boots' at the age of 34, generating surprise because they thought he would still play for a couple more years.
Emanuel Biancucchi's message
"It was worth all the effort throughout this beautiful profession. Today I tell you that I stop playing professional football. First of all, I want to thank God for allowing me to fulfill the dream I had as a kid. To my wife and children, who were with me unconditionally and never let me fall, to my family who were always there in good times and bad times. And to each club that trusted me. In some, I conquered titles and in others, I didn't, but always with the same passion, dedication, and professionalism. I feel privileged for the things I achieved and also for the failures, because that's what life is about, fighting, winning, losing, but always getting up and moving forward. I close a chapter in my life that started as a dream but became a reality. I know that God has prepared the best for what is to come. Sending a big hug and thank you very much to everyone!! Photo of my first club where I made my professional debut," he wrote.
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