Daniel Borges da Silva

Daniel Borges da Silva (born 6 April 2003) is a Brazilian professional footballer who plays as a defensive midfielder for Portuguse Primeira Liga club Santa Clara.

Career A youth product of Atlético Mineiro since 2017, Dani Borges made his senior debut with Bahia de Feira on loan in 2019 in the Campeonato Brasileiro Série D. He returned to Atlético Mineiro on a contract until 2025, where he played for their U20 side, and captain them 3 times. In January 2024, his contract with the club was terminated.

He moved to the Portuguese club Santa Clara, where he was originally assigned to their U23 team. On 19 October 2024, he made his senior debut with Santa Clara in a 1–0 Taça de Portugal win over Gondomar.

On 29 April 2025, Borges renewed his contract with Santa Clara until June 2030. On 19 July, he was sent on a season-long loan to Liga Portugal 2 club União de Leiria.

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