Wendell Nascimento Borges, also known as Wendell, is a Brazilian footballer who currently plays as a left-back for Bayer Leverkusen in the Bundesliga. He began his career with Iraty, Londrina, Parana Clube, and Gremio in his home Brazil.
He joined Bayer Leverkusen on a 5-year contract on February 27, 2014. He has played almost 200 times for Bayer Leverkusen in his professional career. He has represented Brazil at several age levels on the international stage. At the U20 and U23 levels, he has represented Brazil. He was a member of the 2014 Toulon Tournament-winning Brazil U20 side. In October 2016, he was promoted to the senior B team to replace Marcelo for the 2018 FIFA World Cup qualifiers against Bolivia and Venezuela. He has yet to feature for Brazil at the senior international level.
Wendell’s Bio
On the 20th of July, 1993, Wendell was born. Wendell Nascimento Borges is his birth name. Fortaleza, Brazil, is his hometown. His parents’ identities have been a closely guarded secret until now. Iller Bahia Lima, Eder Borges, and Jerielson are three of his brothers’ names. His nationality is Brazilian. Christianism is his faith. Cancer is his zodiac sign.
Career of Wendell
He began his football career as a young player with Iraty Sports Club in Brazil when he was 18 years old. He debuted on a senior football squad the next year. He only appeared in 11 games for the club before leaving. After that, he spent two years with Londrina, making 40 appearances and scoring three goals in all competitions. He then moved on loan from Londrina to Parana and Gremio Clube. He joined Bayer Leverkusen on a 5-year contract on February 27, 2014. In the first round of the DFB-Pokal on August 15, 2014, he made his debut for the squad, replacing Sebastian Boenisch in a 6-0 victory against sixth-tier SV Alemannia Waldalgesheim. On September 21, 2014, he made his Bundesliga debut against VfL Wolfsburg in a 1-4 defeat. In a 4-0 victory against VfB Stuttgart on March 13, 2015, he scored his first goal for the club. He appeared in 34 games for the club in his debut season, scoring once and assisting twice in all competitions.
He appeared 44 times for the team in the 2015-16 season, contributing two assists across all competitions. He appeared in 38 games for the team in the 2016-17 season, scoring two goals and assisting three times in all competitions. He played 30 times for the club in the 2017-18 season, scoring three goals and assisting three times in all competitions.
He made 39 appearances for the team in the 2018-19 season, scoring two goals and assisting on two occasions across all competitions. He appeared 34 times for the team in the 2019-20 season, contributing four assists across all competitions. He made 30 appearances for the club in the 2020-21 season, contributing two assists across all competitions. He has played almost 200 times for Bayer Leverkusen in his professional career.
Wendell’s Wife
Wendell is a married man, according to his public record. Francini Guimaraes, his lovely sweetheart, was wedded to him. Matheus Joaquim, a boy, and Maria Julia, a daughter, are the couple’s only children. He has a close connection with his wife and children, with whom he is happy to spend his life.
Wendell’s Body Measurement
Wendell is 1.78m (5’10”) tall. He’s 64 kg in weight. His physique is built for athletics. He has black eyes and black hair. He is a heterosexual man.
Networth of Wendell
Wendell is a professional football player who makes a living. Contracts, wages, bonuses, and sponsorships provide him with a steady stream of cash. His net worth is expected to be approximately €1 million in 2022, and he earns £1.6 million each year. His market worth is estimated to be in the region of €6.50 million.
Quick Facts
For Bayer Leverkusen, he wears jersey number 18. He has played almost 200 times for Bayer Leverkusen in his professional career.
He was a member of the 2014 Toulon Tournament-winning Brazil U20 side.He has yet to feature for Brazil at the senior international level.