Ángelo Henríquez is a Chilean footballer born in 1994 who began his career at Universidad de Chile. He is best known for his high-profile 2012 transfer to Manchester United and his role in the squad that won the 2015 Copa América.
The career of Chilean forward Ángelo Henríquez began in 2007 at the age of 13 when he joined Universidad de Chile. A former tennis player, he transitioned to association football and eventually secured a high-profile move to Manchester United in 2012, marking the start of a globetrotting tenure across various European and South American leagues.
Early Development and Professional Start
Henríquez developed his skills at Universidad de Chile after abandoning tennis. By 2009, Manchester United had already purchased the rights to sign the teenager for €4 million. He made his professional debut on 27 June 2011 during a Copa Chile match. Under coach Jorge Sampaoli, he became a regular fixture in the 2012 season, contributing to the squad's Clausura Tournament success and Copa Sudamericana campaign.
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After officially joining Manchester United in 2012, Henríquez underwent a series of loan spells to gain experience. He joined Wigan Athletic in early 2013, where he earned an FA Cup winners' medal despite remaining an unused substitute in the final. Later stints included Real Zaragoza in Spain, where he netted six goals in 25 matches, and a highly productive tenure at Dinamo Zagreb. During his time in Croatia, he scored 29 goals in 37 appearances across all competitions before completing a permanent transfer in 2015.
Global Club Journeys
The latter portion of his career saw extensive travel through diverse footballing environments. He signed for Mexican side Atlas in 2017 before returning to Universidad de Chile in 2018. Subsequent moves took him to Fortaleza in Brazil, Miedź Legnica in Poland, and Baltika Kaliningrad in Russia. Following a short stay with Greek club Lamia, he joined Deportes La Serena in March 2025.
International Contributions
Henríquez represented Chile across multiple youth categories, including the 2009 South American Under-15 and 2011 South American Under-17 tournaments. He debuted for the senior national team in November 2012 against Serbia, scoring his first international goal. He was a member of the squad that secured the 2015 Copa América title, appearing as a substitute in the final against Argentina.
Fast facts
- Born: 13 April 1994, Santiago, Chile
- Professional Debut: 27 June 2011
- Manchester United Squad Number: 21
- Dinamo Zagreb Shirt Number: 9
- 2015 Copa América Winner
- First Senior International Goal: 14 November 2012
- Atlas Signing Fee: €1.5 million
Questions readers ask
What was the result of his Manchester United tenure?
He signed in 2012 but primarily featured for the under-21 team while spending much of his contract on loan at Wigan Athletic, Real Zaragoza, and Dinamo Zagreb.
Did he play in the 2015 Copa América final?
Yes, he entered the match as a substitute for Eduardo Vargas at the beginning of extra time.
