Jefferson Díaz

Jefferson Abel Díaz Beleño (born 5 December 2000) is a Colombian professional footballer who plays as a centre-back for Major League Soccer side Minnesota United.

Career Real Cartagena Born in San Andrés, Díaz began his career with Real Cartagena, as a forward. He made his first team debut on 3 July 2017, coming on as a second-half substitute in a 0–0 Categoría Primera B home draw against Unión Magdalena.

Mainly a backup option, Díaz scored his first senior goal on 4 March 2020, netting the equalizer a 1–1 home draw against Dépor in the Copa Colombia. He only started to feature regularly in the 2021 season, after manager Nilton Bernal converted him into a centre-back, but was released at the end of the year.

Valledupar On 8 February 2022, Díaz moved to fellow second division side Valledupar. He immediately became a first-choice, and scored twice in 29 appearances overall during the year.

Deportivo Cali In January 2023, Díaz signed for Categoría Primera A side Deportivo Cali, after a week on trial at the club. He made his debut in the category on 12 February, replacing Gustavo Ramírez late into a 1–1 away draw against Atlético Nacional.

Díaz scored his first goal in the top tier on 15 April 2023, netting his side's second in a 2–1 home win over Unión Magdalena.

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