Agreement reached with AS Trenčín for Jairo’s signing [video]
PAOK FC announce they have reached an agreement with AS Trenčín to sign Jairo de Macedo da Silva. The 23-year old player came to Thessaloniki to undergo medical tests and finalise his deal with the “Double-Headed Eagle”.
The Brazilian forward began his football career at the ranks of Botafogo de Futebol e Regatas. He came to Europe in 2011 in order to participate in a tournament for AFC Ajax and ended up as MVP.
According to specialists, Jairo was considered among his country’s top 45 prospects, but was unlucky. He suffered a leg injury and was sidelined for a while, missing out on the opportunity to sign for a European club.
He returned to Botafoto and made a new start in his career through a loan to minnow Madureira Esporte Clube. In January 2014, Slovakian side AS Trenčín –affiliated with AFC Ajax– presented him with the option to return to Europe and prove he could meet high expectations .
Jairo settled well in the Slovakian league and displayed his talent. He scored on his debut against MŠK Žilina and established himself in AS Trenčín’s starting XI. In 2014-15, the 23-year old was the team’s star player and led them to their first silverwarr.
AS Trenčín won the domestic double, Jairo contributing 12 goals and 10 assists. He features in all positions of the attack. In a total of 47 encounters, he netted 14 goals and served 13 assists.
Watch highlights of the Brazilian player in the video compiled by PAOK TV and register on the club’s official YouTube channel to learn all news about your favourite team.
