Denni Rocha dos Santos
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Denni Rocha dos Santos, usually known as Denni (born 21 August 1983 in Rio de Janeiro
, Brazil) is a professional footballer currently playing for Maltese Premier League
side Valletta
, where he plays as a midfielder.
until 2008, and played for a number of other clubs on loan
. Denni trialled with French side RC Strasbourg
at the end of 2006 but was unsuccessful in gaining a position at the club. He did not have permission to leave Santo André and the club stated that they would take legal action against him.
The Newcastle Jets formally announced Denni's signing on 17 August 2007 at a press conference in Newcastle. He made his A-League debut on 26 August 2007 against Perth Glory. His only goal came from a cross from Matt Thompson to set him up with a volley against Melbourne Victory
. He was released by Newcastle at the end of 2008 after finishing the season as champions. He is currently playing for Valletta FC.
Championship: 2007–08
With Valletta FC: Premier League Championship: 2010–11
Rio de Janeiro
Rio de Janeiro , commonly referred to simply as Rio, is the capital city of the State of Rio de Janeiro, the second largest city of Brazil, and the third largest metropolitan area and agglomeration in South America, boasting approximately 6.3 million people within the city proper, making it the 6th...
, Brazil) is a professional footballer currently playing for Maltese Premier League
Maltese Premier League
The Maltese Premier League, known as BOV Premier League for sponsorship reasons , is the top level league for football in Malta. The league was first competed in 1909...
side Valletta
Valletta F.C.
Valletta Football Club is a Maltese football club based in Valletta, the capital city of Malta. Valletta F.C. has the strongest support on the island...
, where he plays as a midfielder.
Club career
Denni had a contract with Santo AndréEsporte Clube Santo André
Esporte Clube Santo André, also known as Santo André, is a Brazilian football team from Santo André, São Paulo state.Santo André greatest rival is São Caetano, the other team in ABC region. The club's mascot name is Ramalhão after the bandeirante João Ramalho...
until 2008, and played for a number of other clubs on loan
Loan (football)
In sports, a loan involves a particular player being allowed to temporarily play for a club other than the one he is currently contracted to. Loan deals may last from a few weeks to all season-long....
. Denni trialled with French side RC Strasbourg
RC Strasbourg
Racing Club de Strasbourg is a French association football club founded in 1906 and professional since 1933, based in the city of Strasbourg, in Alsace...
at the end of 2006 but was unsuccessful in gaining a position at the club. He did not have permission to leave Santo André and the club stated that they would take legal action against him.
The Newcastle Jets formally announced Denni's signing on 17 August 2007 at a press conference in Newcastle. He made his A-League debut on 26 August 2007 against Perth Glory. His only goal came from a cross from Matt Thompson to set him up with a volley against Melbourne Victory
Melbourne Victory
Melbourne Victory Football Club is an Australian professional football club based in Melbourne, Victoria, that plays in the A-League....
. He was released by Newcastle at the end of 2008 after finishing the season as champions. He is currently playing for Valletta FC.
Honours
With Newcastle Jets: A-LeagueA-League
The A-League is the top Australasian professional football league. Run by Australian governing body Football Federation Australia , it was founded in 2004 following the folding of the National Soccer League and staged its inaugural season in 2005–06. It is sponsored by Hyundai Motor Company...
Championship: 2007–08
With Valletta FC: Premier League Championship: 2010–11
2010–11 Maltese Premier League
The 2010–11 Maltese Premier League is the 96th season of the Maltese Premier League, the top-tier football league in Malta. It began in August 2010 and will end in May 2011. Birkirkara are the defending champions, having won their third title last season....