About Evander ---------------------------------------------------------------------------- Evander da Silva Ferreira (born June 9, 1998) is a Brazilian professional soccer player who plays as a Designated Player and attacking midfielder for FC Cincinnati in Major League Soccer. Known for his creativity, precise distribution, and long-range shooting, he wears the number 10 jersey. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------- Evander's Style of Playing ---------------------------------------------------------------------------- Evander is the quintessential Brazilian playmaker who dictates the tempo of the game. He features a high soccer IQ, elite field vision, and signature flair. Whether operating centrally or pulling strings behind the forward line, he is dangerous from open play and acts as a primary set-piece specialist. Opponents must respect his ability to strike from distance, forcing defenders to close him down or risk a spectacular shot.
---------------------------------------------------------------------------- Evander's Move ---------------------------------------------------------------------------- On 17 February 2025, FC Cincinnati announced the acquisition of Evander via a cash-for-player trade from the Portland Timbers in exchange for $12 million and up to $150,000 in conditional performance-based incentives. Again as a Designated Player, Evander signed a contract with FC Cincinnati effective through the 2027 MLS season with a club option for 2028. He made his first appearance in a competitive match in a 4–1 away victory over Liga Nacional de Fútbol Profesional de Honduras club F.C. Motagua in the first round of the 2025 CONCACAF Champions Cup. Having come on as a second-half substitute, he contributed a goal and an assist.
