He is a legend in Eastern futsal, and at 47 years old, he is set to make a comeback on the courts. Joan, who made a mark in Europe playing for Dynamo Moskva, Kairat, or Sibiryak, is joining América-RN as a reinforcement.
The team from Natal, a city in Rio Grande do Norte, will be part of the upcoming edition of the Brasileirão, and they will benefit from the expertise of the former Brazilian international. Joan boasts an impressive record, having won three Champions Leagues and two Club World Cups.
Joan’s last high-level season was in 2019/20 when he played for Ukhta, a Russian team. Now, three seasons later, he is making a return to the sport, facing a significantly different challenge to add to his already impressive resume.