LAFC sign midfielder Jailson | OneFootball

By MLSsoccer staff

TRANSFER TRACKER STATUS: Signing

LAFC have signed free-agent midfielder Jailson through 2025 with options for 2026 and 2027, the club announced Tuesday.

The 29-year-old Brazilian veteran most recently played for LaLiga side Celta de Vigo, where he produced 1g/1a over 30 appearances across all competitions.

He had previous stints with Chapecoense, Grêmio and Palmeiras in his native Brazil, as well as stops at Fenerbahçe (Türkiye) and Dalian Pro (China). He's recorded a career total of 9g/5a in 259 games.

“We are excited to welcome Jailson to LAFC,” said LAFC Co-President & General Manager John Thorrington. “Beyond his quality and versatility on the field, he brings experience, professionalism, and the kind of character that fits with our culture.

"We are confident he will make an immediate impact and play an important role in our ambitions moving forward.”

Jailson joins LAFC days after the club announced that fellow Brazilian midfielder Igor Jesus suffered a season-ending injury.

The Black & Gold midfield is led by Mark Delgado and Timothy Tillman, plus summer arrivals Mathieu Choinière and Andrew Moran.

With eight games left, LAFC are chasing a top-four finish in the Western Conference for the fourth straight season.

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