Quick Info
| Profession | Footballer |
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| Nationality | Paraguay |
| Date of Birth | 23/01/2004 |
| Age | 22 years |
| Birthplace | Caaguazú |
Latest News about Julio Enciso
08/06/2026
A further MRI scan showed Enciso had a muscle contusion but no tear, according to reports from 8 June 2026. The injury still made him a likely absentee for Paraguay's World Cup opener against the United States, although he had already begun ball drills as part of his recovery.
07/06/2026
Julio Enciso suffered a thigh injury during Paraguay's 4-0 friendly win over Nicaragua, leaving the match early and casting doubt on his availability for the start of the 2026 World Cup. Paraguay's federation said he was being monitored by medical staff and that his recovery would be assessed day by day.
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Bio/Wiki
| Full Name | Julio César Enciso Espínola |
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| Common Name | Julio Enciso |
| Nickname | La Joya Guaraní |
| Position | Offensive Midfielder / Forward |
| Preferred Foot | Right |
| Height | 1.73 m |
| Weight | 64 kg |
| International Caps | 31 |
| International Goals | 4 |
Physical Stats & More
| Height | 1.73 m |
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| Weight | 64 kg |
| Preferred Foot | Right |
| Body Type | Athletic |
Educational Qualification(s)
| Football Training | Club Libertad Youth Academy |
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Personal Life
| Current Residence | Strasbourg, France (as of 2025-2026) |
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Family
| Parents | Not publicly disclosed |
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| Siblings | Not publicly disclosed |
Career
| Youth Career |
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| Professional Career |
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| National Team |
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| Major Transfer | Joined Brighton & Hove Albion from Club Libertad in July 2022 for €12 million, the highest transfer fee for a Paraguayan league player at that time. |
Style Quotient
| Playing Style | Creative, technical, and agile midfielder with strong vision and dribbling ability |
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| On-Field Role | Offensive midfielder capable of scoring and creating goals |
Some Lesser Known Facts
| 1. He is the youngest player to score for Paraguay in a competitive match as of 2024. | |
| 2. His transfer to Brighton was the most expensive ever for a player from the Paraguayan Primera División. | |
| 3. He made his international debut against Bolivia on 14/06/2021. | |
| 4. He scored his first international goal against Colombia on 24/06/2024. |