Renato Júnior

Renato Barbosa dos Santos Júnior, better known as just Renato Júnior, is a Brazilian professional footballer who plays as a striker for UAE Pro League side Al Wasl.

Professional career

Renato Júnior began his career with the Brazilian side, Agua Santa SP before joining the Primeira Liga side Portimonense on 18 June 2021 for the 2021-22 season. He made his professional debut with Portimonense in a 2-1 Taça da Liga loss to Académica on 23 July 2021.
On 31 January 2023, Júnior joined Danish Superliga side Viborg on a deal until June 2026. His debut for the club came on 12 March, coming into the match in the 60th minute as a substitute for Ibrahim Said in a 1–1 draw against Nordsjælland.
After two-and-a-half seasons in Denmark, Júnior joined UAE Pro League side Al Wasl on 8 July 2025.