Ricardo Carvalho

Ricardo Alberto Silveira de Carvalho (born 18 May 1978) is a Portuguese football coach and former player, currently serving as assistant head coach of the Portugal national team. He is considered one of the finest centre-backs of his era. Carvalho started his playing career at Porto, spending time on loan at Leça, Vitória de Setúbal, and Alverca before winning domestic and European titles under José Mourinho. He moved to Chelsea in July 2004 for just under €30 million. Carvalho made his international debut for Portugal on 11 October 2003 in a friendly against Albania. He played for his country at three European Championships and two World Cups, and was part of the squad that won UEFA Euro 2016.