Adryelson

Adryelson Shawann Lima Silva, simply known as Adryelson, is a Brazilian professional footballer who plays as a centre-back for UAE Pro League club Al-Wasl.

Club career

Sport Recife

Born in Barão de Grajaú, Maranhão, Adryelson joined Sport Recife's youth setup in 2011, aged 13. He made his first team debut on 5 April 2015, coming on as a second-half substitute for Henrique Mattos in a 1–1 Campeonato Pernambucano home draw against Santa Cruz.
On 30 June 2017, after another three first team appearances, Adryelson was loaned to Palmeiras until the end of the year, returning to the under-20s. He returned to his parent club the following 30 January, being initially a backup option.
Adryelson made his Série A debut on 5 October 2018, starting and scoring the equalizer in a 2–1 home win against Internacional. The following 7 May, he renewed his contract until December 2021.
On 24 May 2021, after already establishing himself as a regular starter, Adryelson further extended his contract until June 2023, and was loaned to Emirati club Al-Wasl for one year. Upon returning in June 2022, he took a legal action against Sport due to unpaid wages, and was allowed to leave the club for free on 11 July of that year.

Botafogo

On 22 July 2022, Adryelson joined Botafogo, signing a contract until the end of 2025. In the 2023 season, he played an important role in Botafogo's race for the league title and was named in the 2023 Bola de Prata.

Lyon

On 5 January 2024, Adryelson signed for Ligue 1 club Lyon on a contract until 30 June 2028. Botafogo received a transfer fee of €3.58 million, in addition to a 50% sell-on clause.

Return to Botafogo

On 2 September 2024, Botafogo announced the return of Adryelson until the end of 2024. He contributed in Botafogo's historical season as the club won the league title and the 2024 Copa Libertadores. He played a total of 11 games in 3 months, and most notably started in the Copa Libertadores final.