José Espinal
Italian footballer
José Elpys Espinal Marte (born 14 November 1982) is a Dominican former footballer who played as a forward, currently in charge as assistant coach and team analyst at Serie C Group A club Giana Erminio. He also holds Italian citizenship.
He is the twin brother of Vinicio Espinal.
Playing career
Along with his twin brother Vinicio, both started their career at Atalanta. José left for Serie C1 clubs from 2001 to 2003 and from 2003 to 2005 played at Serie D clubs. He played all four matches in promotion playoffs 2005, and scored five goals.
In 2005, he returned to professional football for Sanremese at Serie C2. In the following season, he signed for Novara of Serie C1. He failed secured a regular place in 2007–08 season, and left for Lega Pro Seconda Divisione clubs on loan.
On 31 August 2009, José Espinal was swapped for Christian Jidayi of Cesena.
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