Jhosefer

Jhosefer Raphael Januário, simply known as Jhosefer, is a Brazilian footballer who plays as an attacking midfielder. He currently plays for América Mineiro, on loan from Cruzeiro.

Career

Born in Mariana, Minas Gerais, Jhosefer joined Cruzeiro's youth sides in 2014, aged ten. In June 2021, he signed his first professional contract with the club.
Jhosefer made his first team debut on 13 March 2022, coming on as a second-half substitute for Daniel Júnior in a 5–1 Campeonato Mineiro home routing of Pouso Alegre. He featured in a further two matches in the season, but was mainly used in the under-20 team.
On 16 January 2024, Jhosefer signed a one-year contract extension with the Raposa. He made his Série A debut on 18 October, replacing Álvaro Barreal late into a 1–1 home draw against Bahia.