Juninho (footballer, born 1984)


Wilson Aparecido Xavier Júnior, commonly known as Juninho, is a Brazilian footballer who plays as a midfielder for Ihan.

Career

Born in Arapongas, Paraná, Juninho started his career at Londrina Junior Team, the youth team of Londrina. He played once in the national cup in 2004. He was then loaned to Serie A team Chievo but played for its youth team. As Italy prevented signing non-EU players, he only trialled with the club and never signed for them officially.

Domžale

In 2004 he was loaned to Domžale from Londrina Junior Team along with Jhonnes. Later, teammate Lucas also joined him. Juninho remained at the city of Domžale for seasons. His contract with Londrina Junior Team was also renewed in January 2007, as he signed a new five-year contract. He left the club on 2 December 2008.

Figueirense

On 23 December 2008, Figueirense announced the signing of the player on a one-year contract. His contract with Figueirense was terminated on 19 May 2009, after he played a few games in Campeonato Catarinense. He did not play any match in the 2009 Campeonato Brasileiro Série B.

Return to Domžale

On 31 August 2009 he returned to Slovenia in a -year deal. The deal with Domžale was renewed on 1 December 2010, until 31 May 2013.

Baku

At the beginning of the 2011–12 season, after already playing one match with Domžale in the league, Juninho signed with FC Baku.

Second return to Domžale

In February 2015, Juninho returned to Domžale, signing a contract till the end of the 2016–17 season.

Personal life

Juninho is the cousin of fellow footballer Ademar.

Honours

Domžale
Baku