| Intro | Brazilian association football player |
| A.K.A. | Michel Ferreira dos Santos |
| Is |
Athlete Football player Association football player |
| From | Brazil |
| Type | Sports |
| Gender | male |
| Birth | 22 March 1990 |
| Age: | 30 years |
Michel Ferreira dos Santos (born 22 March 1990), simply known as Michel, is a Brazilian footballer who plays as a defensive midfielder for Grêmio, on loan from Novorizontino.
Club career
Born in Rio de Janeiro, Michel started his career with São Cristóvão, being promoted to the first team at the age of just 16. He subsequently represented Porto Alegre, Madureira,Guarani de Palhoça, Novorizontino and Camboriú before returning to Novorizontino in 2016.
After impressing with Tigre, Michel signed a loan contract with Série B side Atlético Goianiense on 26 April 2016. He immediately became an undisputed starter for the side, contributing with four goals in 35 appearances and acheving top level promotion as champions.
On 27 December 2016 Michel was loaned to Série A club Grêmio, for one year. He made his debut in the category on 14 May, starting in a 2–0 home win against Botafogo.
Honours
- Madureira
- Copa Rio: 2012
- Novorizontino
- Campeonato Paulista Série A3: 2014
- Atlético Goianiense
- Campeonato Brasileiro Série B: 2016