Gonçalo Manuel Ganchinho Guedes emerged from the youth system of S.L. Benfica before navigating a career spanning top-tier leagues in Portugal, France, Spain, and England. Since making his professional debut in 2014, the Portuguese winger has secured multiple domestic titles and played a decisive role for his national team in international competitions during the last decade.
Early Development and Benfica
Born in Benavente in 1996, Guedes joined the Benfica academy in 2005. His progression through the ranks culminated in a professional debut for Benfica B on 19 April 2014 against Porto B. By October 2014, he reached the senior squad, debuting in the Taça de Portugal. He earned the 2014–15 Segunda Liga Breakthrough Player of the Year award. In September 2015, he scored against Atlético Madrid in the UEFA Champions League, establishing himself as the youngest Portuguese player to score in the group stage.
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In January 2017, Guedes signed with Paris Saint-Germain for a €30 million fee. His stint in France was brief, as he moved to Valencia on loan in September 2017, later signing permanently for €40 million in 2018. During his time in Spain, he won the 2019 Copa del Rey. After recording his most prolific season in 2021–22 with 11 goals, he moved to the Premier League with Wolverhampton Wanderers in August 2022 for £27.5 million.
International and Recent Career
Guedes made his senior international debut for Portugal in November 2015 at age 18. He featured in the 2018 FIFA World Cup and scored the winning goal in the 2019 UEFA Nations League final. Following his time in England, he returned to Benfica on loan for the 2022–23 and 2023–24 seasons, contributing to a league title before joining Villarreal on loan in January 2024 to conclude the season.
Fast facts
- Born: 29 November 1996, Benavente, Portugal
- Professional Debut: 2014
- Senior International Debut: 2015
- Notable Club: S.L. Benfica
- PSG Transfer Fee: €30 million
- Valencia Transfer Fee: €40 million
- Wolverhampton Wanderers Fee: £27.5 million
- Major Title: 2019 Copa del Rey
Questions readers ask
Which international trophy did Guedes win with Portugal?
He scored the winning goal in the 2019 UEFA Nations League final.
What was the result of Guedes' 2019 Copa del Rey Final?
Valencia defeated Barcelona 2–1, marking the club's first major honour in 11 years.
