Claudio Ariel Yacob was born on 18 July 1987 and is an Argentine professional footballer who plays as a defensive midfielder.
11 Facts About Claudio Yacob
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Claudio Yacob began his career at Racing Club, and played two international games for Argentina in 2011.
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Claudio Yacob moved to England's West Bromwich Albion in 2012 where he made 171 total appearances over six Premier League seasons.
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On 24 July 2012, Yacob was loaned to Premier League club West Bromwich Albion on a three-year deal.
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Claudio Yacob had been a free agent following the end of his five-year association with Racing Club de Avellaneda.
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Claudio Yacob signed a new two-year contract with the Baggies on 10 July 2015.
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Claudio Yacob signed a further deal on 29 September 2016, in the shape of a two-year contract with an option of a further one.
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On 20 June 2018, it was announced that Claudio Yacob would leave West Brom upon the expiration of his contract.
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On 6 September 2018, Claudio Yacob signed with EFL Championship club Nottingham Forest on a two-year deal.
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Claudio Yacob earned two senior caps for Argentina, both in friendlies in the first half of 2011.
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Claudio Yacob describes himself as a big fan of the Beatles and Adele.