André Luiz (footballer, born 1980)

André Luiz Silva do Nascimento (born 27 January 1980), or simply André Luiz, is a Brazilian former professional footballer who played as a defender.

Career
André Luiz was born in São João del Rei, Minas Gerais State. He played for Tupi Minas before transferred to Clube Atlético Mineiro in 2003.

He signed by AS Nancy in summer 2005. He won 2006 Coupe de la Ligue.

He acquired French nationality by naturalization in May 2009.

Honours
Nancy
 * Coupe de la Ligue: 2005–06

Palmeiras
 * Campeonato Brasileiro Série B: 2013