ARGEL — Brazilian soccer player who played for Sport Club Internacional (Internacional)

• Full name: Argel Fuchs
• Common name: Argel
• Nationality: Brazilian
• Position: Centre-back (primarily)
• Date of birth: 9 May 1974
• Place of birth: Santa Rosa, Rio Grande do Sul, Brazil

Career highlights related to Internacional

• Argel had two spells at Internacional. He first joined Internacional in 2000, returning later in 2005 after playing for other clubs.
• At Internacional he was known for his strong marking, aerial ability and leadership at the back.
• While not a prolific goal-scorer, Argel contributed occasionally from set pieces.
• After finishing his playing career he became a coach and has managed several Brazilian clubs, including roles in Rio Grande do Sul where Internacional is based.

Notable clubs in his career (selected)

• Internacional (Brazil)
• Grêmio (Brazil)
• Galatasaray (Turkey)
• Benfica (Portugal)
• Vasco da Gama, Santos and others in Brazil

After playing

• Argel transitioned into management and has coached numerous Brazilian teams across the Serie A, B and regional competitions.

Sources: Publicly known career records and profiles of Argel Fuchs (player records and club histories).