"Kang-in, I've come to the K League!" Jeju SK makes a surprise signing of Valencia teammate Aias, who is also Lee Kang-in's former clubmate... Special mission as a problem-solver [Official]

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Jeju SK has signed Brazilian forward Aias (29).

On the 12th, Jeju SK announced, "We have signed Aias to bolster our weak scoring ability and lay the foundation for a second-half comeback."

Aias, who came through the youth system of Brazil's Ponte Preta, has gained experience in various overseas leagues including Spain, England, the United States, and Portugal. Most recently, while playing for Armenian rising powerhouse FC Noah, he recorded 19 goals and 6 assists in 41 matches during the 2024–2025 season, and 13 goals and 2 assists in 36 matches during the 2025–2026 season, proving his scoring ability even on European competition stages. During his time with Valencia Mestaya (the second team) in Spain, he also built a close friendship with Lee Kang-in (Paris Saint-Germain).

This season, Jeju SK has shown stable defensive performance, allowing only 17 goals in 16 matches, but struggled with a lack of finishing power as they managed just 14 goals. The club expects Aias, who stands at 176cm and weighs 72kg, to inject vitality into the attack with his calm finishing inside the penalty box and off-the-ball movement. In particular, synergy with existing striker Negueba, who faced intense marking from opponents, is also anticipated.

Head coach Sergio Costa said, "He is a resource capable of demonstrating both scoring instinct and work rate in the forward line," and added, "He will be a great help in expanding the attacking options that the team needs."

Assigned the new number 9 jersey, Aias stated, "I am proud to start my challenge in K League 1 wearing the Jeju SK jersey," and vowed, "I will faithfully fulfill the role expected by the team and make a tangible contribution to goals and victories." He is currently completing player registration procedures and is scheduled to make his K League debut as soon as the process is finalized.

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