Cristian Cuevas is a Chilean left-back currently playing for the prestigious Club Universidad Católica, known for his pace, attacking instincts, and technical proficiency. At 30, Cuevas has enjoyed a career that includes early promise, a move to Europe, and a return to become a key figure in Chilean football. He began at Universidad de Chile before a high-profile transfer to Chelsea in 2012, though his European journey involved several loan spells. Returning to South America, he found his footing, eventually becoming a stalwart for Universidad Católica, winning domestic titles and showcasing the marauding full-back play that made him a Chilean international. With a significant market value, Cuevas is recognised as one of the top full-backs in the Chilean Primera División, a modern defender equally adept at defending and creating chances.