São Paulo sign right-back Mailton | OneFootball

Mailton is the new player for São Paulo. This Monday, the Tricolor announced the signing of the right-back, who was on loan to Chapecoense.

The 27-year-old athlete signed with São Paulo until December 31, 2027. Mailton is already registered in the BID (Daily Information Bulletin) and can debut next Sunday, when the Tricolor hosts Botafogo at Morumbi, for the 23rd round of the Brasileirão. The match kicks off at 5:30 PM (Brasília time).

Mailton's contract with São Paulo was registered in the BID this Monday. (Photo: Reproduction)

The right-back was another market opportunity found by the management to strengthen the team, as Mailton signed with São Paulo at no cost, since the club forgave a debt that Metalist had due to the purchase of Paulinho Bóia.

“It's an indescribable feeling to be here. It's the result of hard work. I was having a great season and, thank God, São Paulo, one of the biggest clubs in the world, showed interest. I am very fulfilled and hope to bring a lot of joy to our fans,” celebrated Mailton.

Initially, Mailton is expected to be an option for the spot of Cédric Soares, competing with the youngster Maik, who was revealed by the youth categories, for the status of direct replacement for the Portuguese player.

Mailton's Career Path

Revealed by Palmeiras in 2015, Mailton has played for several teams in his career, with stints at: Santa Cruz, Mirassol, Operário-PR, Atlético-MG, Coritiba, Metalist Kharkiv-UKR, Ponte Preta, and Chapecoense.

This season, Mailton played 30 matches for Chapecoense, between the Campeonato Catarinense and Série B. During this period, the right-back scored seven goals and provided nine assists.

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