Ex-Flamengo striker celebrates bright start at Palmeiras academy | OneFootball

Newly arrived at Palmeiras, striker Vitor Pais has gotten off to a flying start in the club’s youth ranks. At 16 years old, the forward has already found the net twice and provided one assist in just two matches in the Paulista U-17 Championship.

Before joining Verdão, Vitor Pais was one of the standout players in the Carioca U-17 Championship with Boavista. He finished the competition as the second-highest scorer, with 12 goals in 14 matches, a performance that caught Palmeiras’ attention. Before playing for Boavista, the striker also came through Flamengo’s youth ranks.

Left-footed and an impressive 1.95 meters tall, Vitor Pais stands out not only for his physical presence, but also for the qualities he shows inside the box. The forward is noted for his positioning, his ability to play with his back to goal and hold up the ball for his teammates, and above all, his explosiveness despite his height.

Palmeiras signed the player on a one-year loan deal, with a purchase option set at R$ 1 million. The club’s bet has looked even more promising given the striker’s strong start in the green-and-white shirt.

Despite his short time at the club, Vitor Pais already seems well adapted to his new surroundings and highlighted the importance of the support he has received at the start of his journey.

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