Name: Arturo Mina

• Full name: Arturo Rafael Mina Meza
• Date of birth: March 8, 1990
• Place of birth: Guayaquil, Ecuador
• Position: Centre-back (defender)
• Nationality: Ecuadorian

Club career (highlights):

• Started professional career with Cuniburo FC and moderate early career in Ecuadorian lower divisions.
• Played for Independiente del Valle (Ecuador) where he gained wider recognition.
• Signed with River Plate Ecuador (later known as Guayaquil City) and other domestic clubs.
• Moved to Brazil and played for clubs including Fluminense (on loan) and other South American teams during his career.
• Also had spells in Mexico with Lobos BUAP and in Turkey with Yeni Malatyaspor (depending on season transfers).

International career with Ecuador:

• Represented the Ecuador national team (La Tri) as a central defender.
• Made multiple appearances for Ecuador in friendlies, World Cup qualifying matches and Copa América tournaments during the mid-2010s.
• Part of the national squad in competitions around 2015–2017, contributing defensive depth and occasional starts.

Style of play and attributes:

• Physical centre-back known for aerial ability, strength and tackling.
• Provides presence on set pieces at both ends of the pitch.

Notes: Transfer history, club appearances and goal totals can vary by source and season. For the most current club status and statistics, consult an up-to-date sports database or the official club/national team pages.