Crown Legacy FC Sign Midfielder Thiago from E.C. Água Santa
February 15, 2023 - MLS NEXT Pro (MLS NEXT Pro)
Crown Legacy FC News Release
Charlotte, NC - Crown Legacy FC today announced the Club has signed midfielder Thiago Rodrigues da Costa from Campeonato Paulista team Esporte Clube Água Santa
"Thiago is a midfielder our scouting team identified recently that fits perfectly within our Club's long-term plans and philosophy, "said Technical Director Bobby Belair. "He is a technically gifted player who will have time to develop in our environment under Jose's guidance in MLS NEXT Pro. We're proud to beat other top clubs around the world to land Thiago and are excited about his potential."
Thiago, 19, joins CLFC after suiting up for Água Santa's U-20 side for the majority of his time in Brazil where he appeared in five matches so far this season. The midfielder also made his first-team debut with Água Santa during the 2022 season, recording three appearances along with three more with their U-20 squad.
Thiago bounced around clubs throughout his youth career, featuring in Sao Paulo based teams such as Sao Caetano, Santo André, Uniao Suzano and historic Santos. The Brazilian joined Água Santa prior to the 2022 season.
Name: Thiago
Position:ââ¬Â¯Midfielder
Height:ââ¬Â¯ 6'2
Weight:ââ¬Â¯ 172 lbs
Date of Birth:ââ¬Â¯March 6, 2003
Age:ââ¬Â¯19
Last Club: Esporte Clube Água Santa
How Acquired: Acquired via permanent transfer from E.C. Água Santa
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