Jonathan Cafu (full name: Jonathan Renato Barbosa; often known as Jonathan Cafu) is a Brazilian professional footballer who played as a winger/forward. Below is a concise profile focused on his career, including his time at Ludogorets.
- Full name: Jonathan Renato Barbosa
- Common name: Jonathan Cafu
- Nationality: Brazil
- Position: Winger / Forward (right or left flank)
- Date of birth: 10 January 1991
- Place of birth: Taboão da Serra, São Paulo, Brazil
Club career (highlights)
- Early career in Brazil with smaller clubs, including Santo André and São Bernardo.
- Moved to Europe and had spells in Bulgaria and other countries. Notable European club: PFC Ludogorets Razgrad (commonly Ludogorets).
- At Ludogorets, he joined in 2016. During his time there he featured as a wide attacker, contributing in domestic league matches and Bulgarian Cup/European fixtures. He was part of the squad during the 2016–2017 period when Ludogorets continued to dominate Bulgarian football.
- After Ludogorets he continued his career with subsequent transfers (loans and permanent moves) to other clubs in different countries.
Playing style
- Quick, direct winger capable of taking on defenders and delivering crosses.
- Useful in transition and counterattacking play, typically deployed on either flank.
Notes
- Exact appearance and goal totals vary by competition and season; for the most current statistics consult an up-to-date database such as Transfermarkt, Soccerway, or the official club records.
- If specific season-by-season stats, transfer dates, or squad numbers at Ludogorets are needed, those can be provided next with explicit seasons or competitions specified.