Alex Sandro is a Brazilian defender who plays for Flamengo. At 35, he remains part of Brazil's wider 2026 picture because he brings positional discipline, duels, and defending space at both club and international level.
Alex Sandro Lobo Silva was born on 26 January 1991 in : Catanduva - Brazil. He plays in Brazilian Serie A and has 43 senior caps for Brazil.
Early Life and Background
Birthplace, family, and youth football journey
<Club Career
Early clubs and development
At club level, Alex Sandro began his career with Atletico Paranaense and later also played for Santos on loan.
In 2011, he joined Porto for €9.6 million, alongside former teammate and countryman Danilo who played as a right-back.
Current club and recent form
He is currently with Flamengo, where his role depends on team shape, competition for places, and how the staff wants to balance experience with specialist qualities. His place in the squad is tied to tactical usefulness rather than noise around him.
Alex Sandro - Stats and Performance
Alex Sandro's current season with Flamengo RJ stands at 5 appearances, 0 goals, and 0 assists in Serie A Betano. For a defender, those numbers are best read through availability, role, and contribution from deeper areas rather than raw output alone.
| Season | Club | Appearances | Goals | Assists |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | Flamengo RJ | 5 | 0 | 0 |
The safest reading is that Flamengo RJ have trusted him regularly in Serie A Betano, and the 5 appearances are the strongest indicator of current value. The goal and assist return adds context, but role security and match rhythm matter more here.
International Career
Caps, goals, and major tournaments
He has 43 caps and 2 goals for Brazil in currently tracked records.
| National Team | Caps | Goals | Tournament Involvement |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brazil | 43 | 2 | Brazil senior squad involvement |
Playing Style and Key Strengths
Position, role, and standout qualities
Alex Sandro plays as a defender and is valued for positional discipline, duels, and defending space.
Personal Info and Profile
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Full name | Alex Sandro Lobo Silva |
| Date of birth | 26 January 1991 |
| Age | 35 |
| Nationality | Brazil |
| Height | 180 cm |
| Position | Defender |
| Preferred foot | Left |
| Current club | Flamengo |
| Jersey number | 26 |
| Weekly salary | €30,000 gross (approx.) |
| Estimated net worth | €7.49 million (approx. estimate) |
Transfer News and Market Value
Current transfer records show Flamengo as his club heading into 2026. Public market-value tracking is limited, so the best guide is still his current squad status and recent usage.
Salary and Net Worth
Approximate salary estimates place Alex Sandro at about €30,000 gross (approx.) per week at Flamengo. That works out to roughly €1,560,000 per year before bonuses.
Approximate net-worth estimates place him around €7.49 million.
FAQs
How old is Alex Sandro and what is his nationality?
Alex Sandro is 35 years old and he represents Brazil.
Which club does Alex Sandro play for now?
He currently plays for Flamengo.
What position does Alex Sandro play?
He plays as a defender.
Is Alex Sandro part of Brazil's national-team picture?
Yes. With 43 caps currently listed, he remains part of Brazil's wider selection picture.
What is Alex Sandro salary and market value?
Salary: €30,000 gross (approx.). Market value: Will be updated soon.