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LAFC acquire forward Thayllon Roberth on loan from Avaí FC

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 3, 2026, 8:41 PM

Last updated Sep 3, 2026

LAFC acquire forward Thayllon Roberth on loan from Avaí FC

Summary

LAFC announced Thursday the acquisition of forward Thayllon Roberth on loan from Brazilian Série B club Avaí FC. The loan agreement for the 20-year-old Brazilian spans through June 2027 and includes a purchase option. Roberth, who recorded 12 goals and 11 assists in 71 appearances for his previous club, will occupy U22 Initiative and international roster spots for the MLS side. This transaction follows the transfer of David Martínez to FC Midtjyll to FC Midtjylland for a reported $8.5 million fee. Roberth represents the fourth international signing for LAFC this summer, joining Leo Walta, Armindo Sieb, and Sergio Vásquez. LAFC currently holds third place in the Western Conference with 36 points in their first season under head coach Marc Dos Santos.

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By the Numbers

•Thayllon Roberth joins LAFC on loan through June 2027.
•The agreement includes an option for LAFC to purchase the forward.
•Roberth occupies international and U22 Initiative roster spots.
•LAFC previously transferred David Martínez to FC Midtjylland.
•LAFC sits third in the Western Conference with 36 points.

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8:41 PMYahoo Sports — LAFC acquire Brazilian forward Thayllon Roberth

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By Jaime UribarriTRANSFER TRACKER STATUS: SigningLAFC have acquired forward Thayllon Roberth on loan from Brazilian Série B side Avaí FC, the club announced Thursday. The 20-year-old Brazilian's l...
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