Rwan Philipe Rodrigues de Souza Cruz

Rwan Cruz is a Brazilian attacker who developed through Santos's youth system before reaching senior football. Rwan Cruz made his professional debut for Santos in February 2022 and scored his first senior goal three days later in a 3–0 Copa do Brasil win over Salgueiro. After a loan spell at Vasco da Gama, Cruz moved to Europe in July 2023 to join Ludogorets. At the Bulgarian club, he established himself as a forward and featured in domestic and European competition. His performances led to a move to Botafogo in February 2025, adding a new Brazilian chapter to his career. Cruz subsequently gained experience in Major League Soccer with Real Salt Lake on loan before returning to Ludogorets. Known for his 1.86-metre frame, he has been used centrally and can contribute through movement, pressing and penalty-area finishing.