Yuri Alves

Yuri Alves de Aquino (born 6 September 2006), known as Yuri Alves or just Yuri, is a Brazilian professional footballer who plays as either an attacking midfielder or a forward for Red Bull Bragantino.

Career Atlético Goianiense Born in Goiânia, Goiás, Yuri began his career with hometown side Atlético Goianiense. A spotlight of the under-20 team, he made his senior debut on 16 January 2025, coming on as a second-half substitute in a 0–0 Campeonato Goiano home draw against Jataiense.

After a further three matches, Yuri returned to the under-20s before returning to first team duties in July 2025. He renewed his contract until 2029 on 25 August, and was handed his first senior start on 16 September, in a 2–1 home win over Avaí.

Yuri scored his first senior goal on 18 October 2025, netting the winner in a 1–0 home success over rivals Vila Nova.

Red Bull Bragantino On 29 December 2025, after having offers from Botafogo and Palmeiras, Atlético agreed to transfer Yuri to Red Bull Bragantino for a rumoured fee of R$ 3 million, for 50% of his economic rights.

Personal life Yuri's grandfather Ruy Lara was also a footballer, who also played for Atlético in the 1970s.