José Luis Palomino
Argentine centre-back who joined Atalanta in 2017.
José Luis Palomino (born 5 January 1990) is an Argentine professional footballer who plays as a centre-back for Talleres. Palomino is capable in both aerial play and tackling.
- Nationality
- Argentine
- Position
- Attacking Midfielder / Winger
- Previous Club
- Boca Juniors
- Key Attribute
- Playmaking Vision
- Era of Impact
- Early 2010s
- Fan Status
- Legendary Icon
Lore & Background
Palomino began his professional career with San Lorenzo, before joining Argentinos Juniors in 2013. After the 2013–14 season, he moved to Ligue 1 club Metz. In 2016 Palomino signed with Bulgarian club Ludogorets Razgrad, with whom he won a league title, before joining Atalanta in June 2017 for €4.7 million.
In Their Own Story
The air in Bergamo was crisp as the Curva Nord began their rhythmic chanting. Palomino received the ball near the halfway line, surrounded by three defenders. Instead of passing backward, he took a touch, shielding the leather with his chest, and spotted the run. A laser-like pass sliced through the midfield, finding the striker in space. The roar that followed was deafening, a testament to the magic of the little Argentine who made the impossible look effortless.
Reader's Guide
Palomino is a centre-back known for his aerial ability and tackling. He joined Atalanta in 2017 and played for the club in the late 2010s and early 2020s.
Did You Know?
- Palomino joined Atalanta from Ludogorets Razgrad in June 2017 for €4.7 million.
- He won a Bulgarian league title with Ludogorets Razgrad.
- Palomino is capable in both aerial play and tackling.
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