João Lourenço
Personal information
Full name João Pedro Silverio Lourenço[1]
Date of birth (2005-07-15) 15 July 2005
Place of birth Paraíba do Sul, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
Height 1.70 m (5 ft 7 in)[2]
Position(s)
Team information
Current team
 Fluminense
Number
  • 7
  • 11
Youth career
2015–2023 Fluminense
Senior career*
Years Team Apps (Gls)
2023– Fluminense 1 (0)
*Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 4 March 2023

João Pedro Silverio Lourenço (born 15 July 2005) is a Brazilian footballer who plays as a midfielder for Fluminense.

Early Career and Arrival at Fluminense

João Lourenço, a burgeoning talent from Xerém and a pivotal member of the under-17 team, provided insights into his journey in an interview with the club's official TV channel. The 17-year-old forward expressed gratitude for the invaluable experiences gained at Tricolor.

"I used to play in a local soccer school in my city (Paraíba do Sul) called Riachuelo. Later, I moved to one in Nova Friburgo, a city known for its rich football culture," he recounted, as documented in a about the football history of Nova Friburgo.

"I came for a trial, performed well, scored goals, and got the call. Afterward, I was approved," he continued.

"I've always been addicted to football, even quite greedy when I was younger. Being here at Fluminense has been a fantastic process, and I highly value it," he added.

João Lourenço's early career, shaped by dedication and passion, laid the foundation for his impactful journey with Fluminense.


Club career

João Lourenço initiated his professional journey with Fluminense at the age of nine, joining in 2015.[3] His commitment to the club deepened when he signed his inaugural professional contract in August 2021, marking a significant step in his evolving football career.[4]

Contract Extension

On November 17, 2023, Fluminense announced the extension of João Lourenço's contract. The 18-year-old forward, affectionately known as the "Moleque de Xerém," officially renewed his commitment to the club at the Vale das Laranjeiras Training Center. The new agreement, valid until the conclusion of 2026, features a release clause set at 50 million euros.[5] In a statement, João Lourenço expressed his gratitude, saying, "Incredible feeling. I am very happy to renew my contract with the club that opened doors for me and that I love. I can only thank God, my family, and friends for being my support. Now, another challenge. It's about continuing to work hard to achieve many titles wearing the tricolor jersey.

[6]

Career statistics

Club

As of 17 November 2023
Appearances, goals, and assists by competition (playing for Fluminense)
Competition Appearances Goals Substitutions on Substitutions off Yellow Cards Minutes Per Goal Minutes Played
 Brazil CBF Brasileiro U20 9 2 5 4 2 226' 451'
 Brazil Copinha 4 1 1 2 1 252' 252'
 Brazil Carioca - Taça Guanabara 1 1 2'

References

  1. ↑ João Lourenço at WorldFootball.net
  2. ↑
  3. ↑ "João Lourenço comemora boa estreia na Copinha" [João Lourenço celebrates good debut in Copinha]. fluminense.com.br (in Portuguese). 8 January 2023. Retrieved 4 March 2023.
  4. ↑ Carvalho, Paula (23 August 2021). "Fluminense assina primeiro contrato profissional com João Lourenço, meia do sub-17" [Fluminense signs first professional contract with João Lourenço, under-17 midfielder]. ge.globo.com (in Portuguese). Retrieved 4 March 2023.
  5. ↑ "Fluminense amplia contrato do meia João Lourenço e multa passa a ser de 50 milhões de euros" [Fluminense extends contract of midfielder João Lourenço, and release clause becomes 50 million euros]. ge.globo.com (in Portuguese). 17 November 2023. Retrieved 17 November 2023.
  6. ↑ "Fluminense amplia contrato do meia João Lourenço e multa passa a ser de 50 milhões de euros" [Fluminense extends contract of midfielder João Lourenço, and release clause becomes 50 million euros]. https://ge.globo.com/google/amp/futebol/times/fluminense/noticia/2023/11/17/fluminense-amplia-contrato-do-meia-joao-lourenco-e-multa-passa-a-ser-de-50-milhoes-de-euros.ghtml (in Portuguese). 17 November 2023. Retrieved 17 November 2023. {{cite web}}: External link in |website= (help)
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