Xolos Sign Brazilian Forward Vitinho Ahead of Apertura 2025

Brazilian striker Vitinho joins Club Tijuana from Atlético San Luis to strengthen the offense for the 2025 Apertura season.

Joel Casillas

7/16/20251 min read

⚽ Vitinho Joins Xolos as New Attacking Reinforcement for Apertura 2025

🐶 Xolos Officially Announce the Signing of Vitinho

Club Tijuana has officially confirmed the signing of Brazilian forward Vitor Samuel Ferreira Arantes, better known as Vitinho, as a new addition to their squad for the upcoming Apertura 2025 campaign in Liga MX.

The 23-year-old attacker, born in Acreúna, Goiás, Brazil, arrives from Atlético San Luis, where he tallied over 17 goals since joining the Mexican top division in 2022.

📋 Player Profile

  • Full name: Vitor Samuel Ferreira Arantes

  • Nickname: Vitinho

  • Date of birth: April 23, 2001

  • Place of birth: Acreúna, Goiás, Brazil

  • Height: 1.69 m

  • Position: Forward

  • Previous clubs: São Paulo (youth system), Atlético San Luis

Vitinho came up through the São Paulo youth academy, progressing from the U-17s to the U-20s, and made his professional debut on April 25, 2021, in the Campeonato Paulista A.

🚀 Speed, Technique, and Liga MX Experience

Known for his pace, creativity, and technical ability in the final third, Vitinho made a strong impact at Atlético San Luis. He now arrives at the border with hopes of becoming a key contributor to Xolos' attacking force.

The Brazilian forward has already traveled with the squad to Mexico City, where he may be eligible for selection in Xolos' upcoming clash against Club América on Matchday 2.

🗣️ Club Statement

Club Tijuana welcomed the new signing with excitement on social media:
“Defend these colors with your life, Vitinho! Locos X Tijuas!”

Fans are optimistic that Vitinho can settle quickly and provide the offensive spark needed as Xolos look to make a strong run in the new season.