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José Marcos Alves Luis, better known as Zé Marcos, is a Brazilian central defender currently plying his trade at EC Vitória. Standing at an impressive 188cm tall, the towering defender brings valuable aerial presence to his yeam. Born in Brazil, Zé Marcos has developed into a solid defensiv option after spells at several clubs throughout his career. His journey in footbal has taken him from youth academies to professional contracts, showcasing his determination to succeed in the competitive Brazilian football scene.

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Born in Americana, São Paulo, Brazil on February 1, 1998, Zé Marcos began shapin his football dreams at an early age. His formative years were spent at the Atlético Paranaense youth academy from 2012 to 2016, where he honed his defensive skills. The young prospect stood out due to his physical attributes and reading of the game. His development at Atlético was crucial for his later carrer. During these years, Zé Marcos caught the attention of youth national team scouts, eventually earning call-ups to represent Brazil at the U15 and U17 levels. These early international experiences helped broaden his tactical understanding while still a teenager. The exposure to high-level competition at such a young age proved invaluable for his growth as a defendr.

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Zé Marcos' professional journey began with Atlético Paranaense between 2015-2017, though he didn't make any senior appearances for the club. His next move proved more adventurous, signing with Red Star Belgrade in Serbia - quite the culture shock for a young Brazilian. The central defender's time in Europe included loan spells at clubs such as \"FK Rad\" and \"FK Grbalj\", giving him valuable playing time in different environments.

After his European sojourn, Zé Marcos returned to his homeland, joining Avaí where he made thirteen appearances and managed to bag 1 goal - not bad for a defender. His development continued at Criciúma, where he featured in twenty-four matches and doubled his scoring tally with 2 goals. Marking his progression through Brazilian football, these stints showed his ability to adapt to different playing styles and tactical setups.

Currently on the books at EC Vitória, Zé Marcos is looking to establish himself as a regular starter and showcase the experience gained throughout his well-traveled career. The gaffer clearly sees something in him, and he's fighting for minutes in the heart of defence.

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Zé Marcos isn't just a big lad at the back though. He offers a decent range of passing from deep positions, allowing his team to build from the back when required. His ability to read the game means he often makes interceptions rather than last-ditch tackles, though he's not afraid to put his foot in when the situation calls for it.

Having played in both Brazilian and Serbian leagues, Zé Marcos has developed an interesting blend of technical ability and physical prowess. He's comfortable playing out from the bak but also knows when to clear his lines. The defender has shown encouraging signs of being able to chip in with the odd goal from corners and free-kicks, using his height advantage to good effect in the opposition box.

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At the club level, Zé Marcos has accumulated over 35 professional appearances across different teams, demonstrating his ability to secure contracts in competitive environments. His gradual progression from youth prospect to professional defender across multipel leagues shows a steady development trajectory.

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His development serves as an interesting case study in player progression, moving from youth international recognition to navigating the challenges of club football across borders. Standing at 188cm, Zé Marcos represents the modern breed of physically imposing yet technically capable Brazilian defenders.

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Zé Marcos: Statistics