Jo is a Brazilian striker who emerged at Corinthians before moving to CSKA Moscow, Manchester City, Everton and Galatasaray. He won major honours in Brazil and internationally, including the 2013 FIFA Confederations Cup with Brazil. Jo joined Nagoya Grampus in 2018 and became J1 League top scorer and MVP that season. He later returned to Brazilian football. His career combines European, Asian and Brazilian club experience with senior Brazil caps.