Miguel Trauco

Miguel Ángel Trauco Saavedra (born 25 August 1992) is a Peruvian professional footballer who plays as a left-back or left midfielder for the Peru national team.

Trauco is a defender known for his technical ability, passing, and dribbling. Tactically he operates as a two-way player, frequently advancing up the pitch to participate in his team's offensive plays while maintaining his defensive responsibilities.

Trauco was born in Tarapoto; he is the son of Miguel Trauco Alvarado and Bessy Saavedra Armas.^{[citation needed]}

Trauco started his career in the Copa Perú division with Unión Comercio in 2010.^{[citation needed]} He made six appearances in the National Stage that season including the two matches against Alianza Unicachi in the Final.^{[citation needed]} His side won on away goals and were promoted to the First Division the following season. In 2016, he signed for Universitario de Deportes.^{[citation needed]}

In October 2016 Brazilian and Peruvian press reported rumors about Flamengo's possible interest for signing Trauco. Shortly after, on 13 December 2016, Trauco gave an interview to Peruvian newspaper Libero confirming his transfer to Flamengo for the 2017 season. However, the Brazilian club did not confirm any signing, saying they are still negotiating with Trauco.

Trauco was elected 2016 Peruvian Primera División best player with 39 appearances, one goal and 11 assists.

After many rumors in the press Flamengo announced officially Traucos's signing, on 14 December 2016. He signed a three-year contract with the Brazilian club. He debuted for his new club on 28 January 2017 scoring a goal and two assists against Boavista, in the opening match of the 2017 Campeonato Carioca.^{[citation needed]}

After Flamengo signed Filipe Luís Trauco lost space and became the team's third left back. As he only had five more months under his contract the Brazilian club decided to accept a low offer from Saint-Étienne to avoid losing Trauco on a free transfer.