Name: Luis Fernando Muriel Fruto

Nationality: Colombia

Date of Birth: April 16, 1991

Place of Birth: Santo Tomás, Atlántico, Colombia

Position: Forward / Striker (can also play as second striker / winger)

Height: Approximately 1.80 m (5 ft 11 in)

Preferred Foot: Right

• Senior Club Career (highlights):
  • Deportivo Cali (Colombia) – youth and early senior appearances
  • Udinese (Italy) – initial move to Europe
  • Granada (Spain) – loan spell
  • Serie A clubs: Lecce, Sampdoria (loan), Fiorentina, Sevilla (loan), Atalanta
  • Atalanta (Italy) – notable period with strong goal return, key role in club’s attack
• Colombia National Team:
  • Senior debut: 2012
  • Appearances: 40+ (varies by date; check current stats for exact number)
  • Goals: 10+ (varies by date; check current stats for exact number)
  • Major tournaments: Copa América (2015, 2016 Centenario, 2019), CONMEBOL World Cup qualifying campaigns
• Playing Style:
  • Powerful and quick forward with strong acceleration
  • Good dribbling at speed, capable of running in behind defenses
  • Finisher with ability to score from inside the box and on the counter
  • Can play centrally or drift wide; links well in fluid attacking systems
• Notable Facts:
  • Often praised for pace and clinical finishing, especially in Serie A with Atalanta.
  • Has had periods affected by injuries but remained an effective goal-scorer when fit.

Note: Club affiliation, appearance and goal totals can change with ongoing seasons. For the latest statistics and current club status, consult up-to-date sources such as official club pages, league records, or national team announcements.