Leandro Daniel Paredes is an Argentine professional footballer born on June 29, 1994, in San Justo, Argentina. He plays as a defensive midfielder and represents the Argentina national team. Paredes began his career at Boca Juniors before moving to Europe, where he has played for clubs including Chievo, Roma, Empoli, Zenit Saint Petersburg, and Paris Saint-Germain. He joined Juventus in 2022. Paredes made his Argentina debut in 2017 and has been a regular in the national team setup. He was part of the Argentina squad that won the 2021 Copa América and played a key role in Argentina's 2022 FIFA World Cup victory in Qatar. Known for his passing range, set-piece ability, and leadership qualities in midfield, Paredes is considered one of Argentina's most reliable midfield performers. His experience playing in top European leagues has made him an important figure for both club and country.