The Galaxy filled their final open MLS U22 Initiative roster spot with the acquisition of Brazilian forward Matheus Nascimento.
Nascimento, 20, joins from Botafogo in Brazil. The initial move is a loan for the 2025 season with the Galaxy holding an option to purchase.
The Galaxy had to pull off a move within MLS first, sending the Seattle Sounders $50,000 in General Allocation Money for the Discovery Priority to Nascimento. The Galaxy will also send Seattle an additional $150,000 in 2026 GAM if the Galaxy exercise the permanent transfer option.
“Matheus has been exposed to the highest level of professional competitions in South America since signing at 16 and has been a consistent part of the national team for Brazil at every youth age group,” Galaxy general manager Will Kuntz said in a statement. “He is an exciting prospect that will be able to continue his development in our environment and we look forward to him integrating into our group for the start of the MLS season.”
In six seasons with Botafogo, Nascimento has 12 goals and seven assists in 98 appearances.
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