Alexandre Caio
Brazilian Série A side Fortaleza EC, in concert with Vancouver Whitecaps FC, have decided to extend Alexandre Caio's loan through December 31, 2023. The new agreement includes an obligation to purchase if certain performance based triggers are met. The midfielder originally joined Fortaleza on loan in August.
"Caio expressed his desire to remain with Fortaleza, and all parties agreed that this is the right path for him," said Axel Schuster, Vancouver Whitecaps FC sporting director. "We will continue to follow his progress and we wish him all the best in the upcoming season."
Caio, 23, scored one goal, and started 11 of his 12 appearances with Fortaleza last season, helping them to secure a spot in the 2023 Copa Libertadores qualifying round.
Prior to joining Rei Leão do Brasil (Lion King of Brazil), the native of Duque de Caxias, Brazil, made five appearances across all competitions for VWFC in 2022, after recovering from a fifth metatarsal fracture in his left foot, and a left-hand fracture.
Back in 2021, he had started 11 of his 15 appearances across all competitions for the club, recording one assist. He had been acquired by the 'Caps from Brazilian side Botafogo FR in March 2021.