Michelle Jonathan Benítez Valenzuela (born 12 February 1996) is a Mexican professional

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who plays as a winger for

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Career

Youth

Benítez started his career with small club in his hometown of

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. From 2011 to 2013 he played for Águilas de la UAS. He then joined Guadalajara's youth academy in 2013. He arrived to Chivas Youth Academy going through U-17 and U-20. Until finally reaching the first team,

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being the coach promoting Benítez to first team.

Guadalajara

Michelle Benítez made his official debut under Argentine coach

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in the

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which was on March 4, 2017. He was subbed in at 46 minute against

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which ended in a 0-0 draw.

Honours

Guadalajara *

: Clausura 2017 *

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: Clausura 2017 *

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