FC Cincinnati transfer D Alvaro Barreal to Brazil's Santos
Dec 2, 2023; Cincinnati, Ohio, USA; FC Cincinnati midfielder Alvaro Barreal (31) kicks the ball against the Columbus Crew during the first half at TQL Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Katie Stratman-Imagn Images FC Cincinnati announced the transfer of defender Alvaro Barreal to Brazilian top-flight side Santos on Wednesday.
The 25-year-old Argentina international spent the 2025 season on loan at Santos, where the team said he met the performance metrics that triggered his multi-million dollar purchase obligation.
Barreal enjoyed his best season at FCC in 2023, earning MLS All-Star honors with the Supporters' Shield winners.
He contributed 19 goals and 29 assists in 121 appearances across all competitions with the team from 2020-23.
Barreal spent the 2024 season on loan with Brazil's Cruzeiro.
--Field Level Media
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