Flamengo let defender join Orlando City, from the United States | OneFootball

Orlando City has announced the signing of defender Iago from Flamengo. The Brazilian defender will join the United States club through the Under-22 Initiative Program, with a contract valid until the 2028/29 Major League Soccer (MLS) season, subject to obtaining the P-1 visa and the International Transfer Certificate.

Orlando City’s general manager and sporting director, Ricardo Moreira, highlighted the player’s potential and profile.

“Iago is a talented young defender with experience at one of the best youth and professional clubs in the world,” he stated.

“He has demonstrated a strong competitive mentality and above-average leadership qualities for his age, which led him to captain the Brazil Under-20 National Team at the last FIFA U-20 World Cup. In addition, he has the ability to contribute both in attack and defense. We believe his profile fits perfectly with our long-term vision and we are very happy to have him here in Orlando,” he added.

At 20 years old, Iago is one of Flamengo’s recent revelations. For the Rio de Janeiro club, he played 68 matches across youth and professional teams, scoring 14 goals.

During his time with the Rubro-Negro, the defender won several titles, such as the Under-17 Brazilian Championship (2021), the Under-20 Intercontinental Cup (2024, 2025), the Under-20 Libertadores (2024 and 2025), the Carioca Championship (2024 and 2025), and, most recently, the 2025 Brazilian Championship with the main team.

Born in Volta Redonda (RJ), Iago also has 13 appearances for the Brazil Under-20 National Team, with three goals scored. He participated in international friendlies, the South American Under-20 Championship—which he won in 2025—and the U-20 World Cup, where he served as team captain.

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