Bolivian striker on loan from Santos explains South Korea switch | OneFootball

The forward Enzo Monteiro was announced last week as a new addition to Cheongju, South Korea. Loaned by Santos until the end of the season, the Bolivian commented on his arrival at the new club and projected his expectations for 2026.

A frequent presence in the Bolivian National Team, the forward is also looking forward to competing in the 2026 World Cup. Bolivia will face a playoff to secure a spot in the World Cup: they face Suriname on March 26, and the winner will take on Iraq.

“A World Cup year is always special for any athlete representing their National Team. For me, it is no different. I am happy to have participated in the Qualifiers, and we are confident to face the playoffs. This move to Korea is also with the National Team in mind, to arrive as well-prepared as possible and help Bolivia secure that spot,” said Enzo.

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Last season, Enzo played on loan for Auda FK in Latvia, where he won the National Cup. For the Eastern European club, he played 39 games, scoring five goals and providing one assist.

“The expectation is high for this season. It is a new challenge for my career, in a country with a completely different culture. I am happy and motivated to help the club with goals and achieve the objectives for this season,” stated the player.

Career at Santos

Born in Santa Cruz de la Sierra, Enzo Monteiro joined Santos in 2018 and gained prominence in the youth ranks. In 2022, he became the São Paulo Under-20 champion with Peixe. In 2024, he was one of the highlights of the Copinha and ended as the highest-scoring foreign player in the tournament's history.

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