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John Kennedy: Has Fluminense's young forward finally arrived?

Written by Peter Pankovski - @23Pankovski Not to be mistaken with the 35th president of the United States, John Kennedy Batista de Souza...

Nottingham Forest: Gustavo Scarpa’s short stay in the Premier League set to end in frustration

As Nottingham Forest look to tinker with their squad once again in the summer window, Gustavo Scarpa is one of those who looks set to be...

The Copa Club's Summer Transfer Zone

Summer Transfer Updates As the European season returns to action, more eyes are on the summer transfer window than ever before. Right...

Marcos Leonardo: Santos’ next sensation has sparked interest from Forest

Once again Nottingham Forest continue to pursue players plying their trade in South America. Santos and Brazilian U20 star Marcos...

Andrey Santos: To loan or not to loan? Chelsea’s new Rolls Royce

Chelsea announced the signing of Brazilian midfielder Andrey Santos from Vasco da Gama back in the 2023 January transfer window. Although...

Matheus Nascimento: Botafogo's young forward latest Brazilian to be linked with Nottingham Forest

Once again, Nottingham Forest are being assertive in the Brazilian market and have turned their attention to Botafogo’s Matheus...

Jordhy Thompson: From Santiago to Turf Moor as rising star sparks Premier League interest

Burnley are the latest Premier League club to dive deep into the depths of South America to find the next best talent on the cheap. Step...

Launching July: "The Copa Club: Road To Rio" South American Football Magazine

The Copa Club is excited to announce its next magazine will be available to purchase from Sunday 9th July. Following on from "Copa...

São Paulo’s Lucas Beraldo: Premier League interest in young Brazilian centre back

With firm interest from Brighton as well as other European sides, São Paolo’s 19-year-old Lucas Beraldo may be on the move this transfer...

Coming Soon: The Copa Club Podcast

I'm excited to announce The Copa Club Podcast will be launching towards the end of June, available to download and listen to for free....

Five Young Argentina Primera Forwards Europe Should Be Focusing On

As the summer transfer window is preparing to open its doors, Nathan Joyes brings five Argentina forwards under the age of 25 plying...

Kendry Paez: Chelsea’s new signing set to light up Stamford Bridge

Chelsea have announced the signing of Independiente del Valle’s 16-year-old Kendry Paez. The Ecuadorian will join the club after his 18th...

Five Promising Brasileiro Defensive Midfielders Destined for European Transfers

With the summer transfer window around the corner, Nathan Joyes recommends five potential Brasileiro transfers which clubs should be...

Matheus Franca: Arsenal look to bolster their attack with Flamengo’s young Brazilian

Arsenal had a £15m bid rejected for Flamengo’s Matheus Franca - but who is the young Brazilian which the North London club are looking to...

Giovani: Palmeiras’ latest prodigy linked with a move to Nottingham Forest

Nottingham Forest are reportedly interested in signing 19-year-old Giovani from Palmeiras. Having already signed Brasileiro player of the...

Copa Libertadores Preview & Tips: Bolivar and Argentinos Jrs to gain valuable points

We’re at the halfway point of the Libertadores group stage, and with only Fluminense on maximum points there’s still plenty to be decided....

Gustavo Scarpa: Nottingham Forest’s forgotten Brazilian can play his way into contention

One of the worst kept secrets at Nottingham Forest was the January arrival of Palmeiras’ Gustavo Scarpa. Having agreed the deal back in...

Why the Premier League needs to pursue a love affair with South America

Brighton’s Julio Enciso marked Paraguay’s Independence Day with a second half strike which ultimately led to Arsenal’s Premier League...

Copa Libertadores Week 3 Preview: Managerless Corinthians can’t afford to lose again

Team in focus: Corinthians Managerless Corinthians suffered a 1-0 defeat at home to Argentinos Jrs in the last round, before consecutive...

Mateo Retegui: Serie A the destination with Inter, AC and Juventus poised

There’s not many Argentines who opt to play for another country. Step forward Mateo Retegui who became part of the minority with his...