Arthur Henrique Ramos de Oliveira Melo, known as Arthur Melo, is a Brazilian professional footballer born on August 12, 1996, in Goiânia, Brazil. He plays as a midfielder and is currently on loan at Girona FC from Juventus.
Career Highlights:
- Grêmio (2015–2018): Arthur began his professional career with Grêmio, where he gained recognition for his performances in the Copa Libertadores, contributing to the team’s victory in 2017.
- FC Barcelona (2018–2020): In 2018, Arthur transferred to FC Barcelona for an initial fee of €31 million. During his tenure, he won La Liga and the Supercopa de España in the 2018–2019 season.
- Juventus (2020–Present): Arthur joined Juventus in 2020 as part of a swap deal involving Miralem Pjanić. He has since been loaned to several clubs, including Liverpool FC in the 2022–2023 season and ACF Fiorentina in the 2023–2024 season.
- Girona FC (2025–Present): On February 1, 2025, Arthur signed a loan agreement with Girona FC until the end of the season. He expressed his intent to regain his best form and contribute to the team’s aspirations for European competition.
Recent Performance:
Since joining Girona, Arthur has faced challenges, with the team not securing a win in his six appearances, resulting in three losses and three draws. Despite these results, he has been a regular starter under coach Míchel, who values his technical abilities and experience.
International Career:
Arthur has been a member of the Brazilian national team since 2018, earning 22 caps and scoring one goal. He was part of the squad that won the Copa América in 2019.
Playing Style:
Known for his agility, technical skill, and precise passing, Arthur excels as a deep-lying playmaker. His vision and ball control allow him to dictate the tempo of play and create scoring opportunities for his teammates.
Future Outlook:
Arthur’s loan to Girona provides him with an opportunity to regain his form and secure a more permanent role in the team. Both he and the club are open to discussions about a potential permanent transfer, depending on his performance during the loan period.