Nicolás Martín Gorobsov (born 25 November 1989) is an Argentine professional footballer who plays as a midfielder.
| Personal information | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Full name | Nicolás Martín Gorobsov | ||
| Date of birth | 25 November 1989 | ||
| Place of birth | San Pedro, Argentina | ||
| Height | 1.77 m (5 ft 9+1⁄2 in) | ||
| Position(s) | Midfielder | ||
| Youth career | |||
| 2005–2008 | Vicenza | ||
| Senior career* | |||
| Years | Team | Apps | (Gls) |
| 2007–2009 | Vicenza | 16 | (0) |
| 2009–2014 | Torino | 15 | (0) |
| 2010–2011 | → Cesena (loan) | 1 | (0) |
| 2011–2012 | → Politehnica Timișoara (loan) | 12 | (2) |
| 2013 | → Nocerina (loan) | 10 | (0) |
| 2013–2014 | → Poli Timișoara (loan) | 24 | (2) |
| 2014–2016 | Târgu Mureș | 57 | (4) |
| 2016–2017 | Hapoel Tel Aviv | 5 | (0) |
| 2017 | Târgu Mureș | 11 | (1) |
| 2018 | Miami United | 0 | (0) |
| 2018–2020 | Concordia Chiajna | 36 | (4) |
| 2019–2020 | → Voluntari (loan) | 31 | (0) |
| 2020–2021 | Sūduva | 37 | (6) |
| 2022–2023 | Žalgiris | 56 | (4) |
| 2024– | Panevėžys | 26 | (3) |
| *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 2 October 2024 | |||
After starting out in Argentina, he went on to compete professionally in Italy and Romania. Gorobsov operates primarily as a central midfielder, but is also comfortable at playing both in attack and defense.
Early life
editAs a child, Gorobsov lived in San Pedro, north of Buenos Aires, before his family decided to move out of Argentina and settle in Italy.[1][2][3] He is of Russian origin from the paternal line, making him eligible to represent Russia alongside Italy and Argentina.
Club career
editEarly years / Vicenza
editGorobsov, who started as a trequartista in Argentina,[1] switched to a position in the center of the field in Italy. During the 2007–08 season, he played 22 matches for Vicenza Calcio's Primavera team, scoring two goals, as well playing once for the seniors in Serie B. After being promoted to the first team before the 2008–09 season, he came to prominence, earning himself 15 caps and a reputation of hot prospect for the future.[4]
Torino and loans
editIn June 2009, Torino F.C. acquired half of player's rights for €800,000[5] (€100,000 plus Saša Bjelanović[6]). On 31 August 2010, he was loaned out to A.C. Cesena. On 5 September 2011, he was loaned out again, this time to Romanian Liga II club FC Politehnica Timișoara.[7] In June 2012, Gorobsov was signed fully by Torino for free.[8] Gorobsov was deemed surplus to requirements and never included into the first team squad for Serie A. In January 2013, he moved on loan to Lega Pro Prima Divisione club Nocerina.[9][10] On 25 July 2013, he signed with ACS Poli Timișoara, the team considered to be the successor of the dissolved FC Politehnica Timișoara.[11]
ASA Târgu Mureș
editIn July 2014, Gorobsov was released by Torino and joined ASA Târgu Mureș.[12] His side ended the Liga I season second place, therefore playing the 2015 Romanian Supercup against FC Steaua București, a match they won 1–0.[13] Eventually, he made 67 appearances and scored 6 goals all competitions comprised during his two years with "The Red-Blues".
Hapoel Tel Aviv
editIn June 2016, he signed a 3-year contract with Hapoel Tel Aviv F.C. from the Israeli Premier League.
Voluntari
editOn 29 June 2019, Gorobsov signed a one-year contract with Liga I side Voluntari.[14]
Sūduva
editIn September 2020 he became a member of Lithuanian FK Sūduva.[15]
Žalgiris
editIn January 2022 he signed with FK Žalgiris.[16]
Personal life
editGorobsov's passions, besides football, are cars and tattoos. He has written every name of his family members on the arm.[17]
Honours
editClub
editReferences
edit- ^ a b "Gorobsov si presenta" [Gorobsov presents himself] (in Italian). Toro News. 10 July 2009. Retrieved 15 May 2016.
- ^ "Argentiniano-italo-moldoveanul! Povestea incredibilă a lui Gorobsov" [The Argentine-Italian-Moldavian! Gorobsov's incredible story] (in Romanian). Liga2.ro. 10 October 2011. Archived from the original on 27 July 2016. Retrieved 15 May 2016.
- ^ "Nicolas Gorobsov spune 'da' Nationalei Moldovei. Jucatorul argentinian asteapta doar rezolvarea problemelor legate de acte" [Nicolás Gorobsov says "yes" to the National Team of Moldova. The Argentine player is only waiting for the solving of the legal documents issues] (in Romanian). Opinia Timișoarei. 3 December 2013. Retrieved 15 May 2016.
- ^ "Gorobsov l'emigrante: "Ho il cuore argentino senza cabeza loca"" [Gorobsov, the emigrant: "I have the Argentine heart without the hothead"] (in Italian). Torino Granata. 11 July 2009. Retrieved 19 May 2016.
- ^ Vicenza Calcio SpA Report and Accounts on 30 June 2011 (in Italian)
- ^ Vicenza Calcio SpA Report and Accounts on 30 June 2010 (in Italian)
- ^ "Gorobsov al Timișoara" [Gorobsov to Timișoara] (in Italian). Torino F.C. 5 September 2011. Archived from the original on 27 March 2012. Retrieved 6 September 2011.
- ^ "COMPARTECIPAZIONI: TUTTE LE OPERAZIONI" [PLAYER SHARINGS: ALL TRANSACTIONS] (in Italian). Vicenza Calcio. 22 June 2012. Archived from the original on 19 June 2015. Retrieved 19 June 2015.
- ^ "UFFICIALE: Torino, Gorobsov passa alla Nocerina" [OFFICIAL: Torino, Gorobsov loaned to Nocerina] (in Italian). TuttoMercatoWeb. 4 January 2013. Retrieved 4 January 2013.
- ^ "I movimenti di mercato di oggi" [Today's transfer market moves] (in Italian). Torino F.C. 4 January 2013. Archived from the original on 1 July 2016. Retrieved 19 June 2015.
- ^ "Gorobsov al Timișoara" [Gorobsov to Timișoara] (in Italian). Torino F.C. 25 July 2013. Archived from the original on 31 August 2018. Retrieved 19 June 2015.
- ^ "Nicolas Gorobsov a semnat cu ASA Targu-Mures" [Nicolás Gorobsov signed with ASA Târgu Mureș] (in Romanian). RomanianSoccer. 26 July 2014. Retrieved 14 May 2016.
- ^ "Dan Petrescu wins trophy in first game in charge of Targu Mures – then resigns". The Guardian. 9 July 2015. Retrieved 14 May 2016.
- ^ Mihaitalazarica (29 June 2019). "Bun venit, Nicolas Gorobsov!" (in Romanian). Voluntari. Retrieved 29 June 2019.
- ^ "Marijampolės klubą papildė patyręs saugas | A Lyga | Aukščiausia Lietuvos futbolo lyga".
- ^ "N. Gorobsovas atstovaus "Žalgiriui" | A Lyga | Aukščiausia Lietuvos futbolo lyga".
- ^ "El e VEDETA ORASULUI cand iese cu masina pe strada! Cum face senzatie Gorobsov de la ASA in afara terenului" [He is the CITY'S STAR when he gets his car out for a ride! How ASA's Gorobsov makes sensation outside the field]. Sport.ro. 2015. Retrieved 15 May 2016.[permanent dead link]
External links
edit- AIC Football profile
- Nicolás Gorobsov at RomanianSoccer.ro (in Romanian)
- Nicolás Gorobsov – UEFA competition record (archive)
- Nicolás Gorobsov at Soccerway
- Nicolás Gorobsov at Soccerbase
