TRANSFER TRACKER STATUS: Signing
New York City FC have signed forward Gabriel Pereira from Brazilian Serie A side Corinthians, the defending MLS Cup champions announced Thursday.
The 20-year-old has joined via the league’s U22 Initiative and penned a contract through the 2026 season with an option for 2027.
“In Gabriel, we’re acquiring a very talented and highly regarded prospect that we know will bring a new attacking dimension to our team," sporting director David Lee said in a release. "Gabriel is a quick, skillful and dynamic left-footed winger that can take on opponents in 1-v-1 situations. His first-team appearances for a club the size of Corinthians at such a young age highlight how talented he is.”
While at Corinthians, Pereira had two goals and three assists across 47 matches. He brings continental experience after playing in the 2021 Copa Sudamericana.
“I know I still have a lot to improve, but I know NYCFC and City Football Group has an incredible record of developing and helping players to grow,” Pereira said. “I look forward to continuing to develop as a player and professional on and off the field and hope I can contribute to the team’s success this year.”
Pereira is NYCFC’s third Brazilian attacking signing in the last year, joining forwards Talles Magno (from Vasco da Gama) and Thiago Andrade (from Bahia). The Cityzens also acquired Brazilian center back Thiago Martins as a Designated Player this past offseason.
Pereira’s signing helps NYCFC offset the departures of Jesus Medina and Ismael Tajouri-Shradi from their 2021 title-winning group. Medina has since signed for Russian Premier League side CSKA Moskow, while Tajouri-Shradi is at LAFC after a trade from Charlotte FC via the Expansion Draft.
