Mumbai City announces signing of Brazilian midfielder Hadrian Benavenuto Dos Santos

Hadrian Benavenuto Dos Santos has joined Mumbai City FC. | Photo Credit: SPECIAL ARRANGEMENT

Indian Super League side Mumbai City FC has announced the signing of Brazilian midfielder Hadrian Benavenuto Dos Santos as an injury replacement for Leonardo.

The left-footed attacking midfielder has built his career across Brazilian football, representing several clubs, including Ypiranga FC, Foz do Iguaçu, Cascavel, Atlético de Alagoinhas, and Ríver AC. He also featured for Santo André, Inhumas, and Moto Club before returning to Barcelona-BA in December 2025.

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“I am grateful for the opportunity and excited to be part of this team. I want to give my best every time I step onto the pitch, help my teammates and make the fans proud,” the midfielder said in a statement released by the club.

Given the season-ending injury to Leandro, we have moved to get in Hadrian as a replacement, so that the team continues to have options and squad depth. We are hopeful Hadrian will give his all and contribute positively to help us get desired results going forward.,” explained Director of Football Sujay Sharma.

Mumbai City has endured a tough start to the season. It is currently 11th in the ISL table with two points from four matches.

Published on Nov 11, 2026

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