Jefferson Pinto

Jefferson David Pinto Quiróz (born March 23, 1990) is an Ecuadorian footballer who plays as a defensive midfielder for Emelec in Serie A de Ecuador.

Club career He came from Emelec's youth system and he is believed to be one of the most promising young players in Ecuador. He has played for Emelec for all of his career as a regular starter.

International career Pinto received his first call-up with the national team against Haiti in a 3–1 win for Ecuador.