Jonathan dos Santos
Jonathan dos Santos is a Mexican-Spanish midfielder known for being spotted by FC Barcelona scouts while competing in a youth tournament in France.
Soccer Player
April 26, 1990
Taurus
34
Monterrey, Mexico
Jonathan dos Santos, a Mexican professional soccer player, currently serves as a midfielder for the LA Galaxy in Major League Soccer (MLS). Renowned for his technical prowess and intelligent gameplay, dos Santos has played a crucial role in his team’s achievements. His career highlights include winning the 2011 CONCACAF Gold Cup with the Mexican national team, participating in the 2014 FIFA World Cup, and the 2015 and 2019 CONCACAF Gold Cups. Additionally, he has played for prestigious clubs such as FC Barcelona and Villarreal CF in La Liga.
In recent years, dos Santos has maintained his influential presence in the soccer world as a key player for the LA Galaxy, contributing to their MLS success. His current market value stands at â¬800k, having peaked at â¬8.00m in 2017. In recognition of his skills, he was named an MLS All-Star in 2018.
Grounded in his faith, dos Santos has a tattoo on his arm that reads “Deus é Fiel” or “God is Faithful” in Portuguese, reflecting his Brazilian roots and serving as a symbol of the strong faith that has inspired him throughout his career.
Jonathan dos Santos remains a significant figure in soccer, consistently demonstrating his talent and contributing to his team’s domestic and international success. An interesting fact about him is that he was discovered by FC Barcelona scouts at a youth tournament in France and subsequently invited to La Masia for a trial.
