Born in Rio de Janeiro, Rayan joined Vasco da Gama's youth academy at just six years old, quickly standing out as a natural goalscorer in the Carioca club's youth divisions. In 2023, at 16 years old, he became the youngest player in history to debut for Vasco da Gama's professional team. Subsequently, he established himself as a regular starter, ending the season as one of the top scorers in the Brazilian Championship in his age group. His performance at Cruzmaltino caught the attention of European football, and in January 2026 Bournemouth, from the English Premier League, secured his signing from Vasco da Gama. Beyond his club football career, Rayan was called up by the Brazilian national team, representing the new generation of forwards in Brazilian football.
Rayan
Born in Rio de Janeiro, Rayan joined Vasco da Gama's youth academy at just six years old, quickly standing out as a natural goalscorer in the Carioca club's youth divisions. In 2023, at 16 years old, he became the youngest player in history to debut for Vasco da Gama's professional team. Subsequently, he established himself as a regular starter, ending the season as one of the top scorers in the Brazilian Championship in his age group. His performance at Cruzmaltino caught the attention of European football, and in January 2026 Bournemouth, from the English Premier League, secured his signing from Vasco da Gama. Beyond his club football career, Rayan was called up by the Brazilian national team, representing the new generation of forwards in Brazilian football.