Gabriel Heinze, Argentinian footballer
Gabriel Iván Heinze (Spanish pronunciation: [ɡaˈβɾjel ˈxejnse]; born 19 April 1978) is an Argentine former footballer who operated as either a left-back or a central defender, most recently a manager.
Nicknamed Gringo ("Foreigner" in Argentine–Spanish slang), he made a name for himself at Paris Saint-Germain, moving in 2004 to Manchester United and subsequently to Real Madrid, winning three trophies in total with the latter two clubs. He started and finished his 18-year professional career with Newell's Old Boys.
Heinze played 72 times with Argentina, representing the nation at two World Cups and as many Copa América tournaments.