Ruan Pablo Barbosa Sousa (born 23 July 2008), known as Ruan Pablo, is a Brazilian professional footballer who plays as a forward for Brazilian club Bahia.
Club career Born in Lauro de Freitas, Bahia, Ruan Pablo joined Bahia's youth sides in 2019. On 23 July 2024, on his 16th birthday, he signed his first professional contract with the club until July 2027, with an €200 million release clause.
On 24 July 2024, Ruan Pablo was called up to a Série A match against Atlético Goianiense. He made his professional debut hours later, coming on as a late substitute for Cauly in a 1–1 draw at the Estádio Antônio Accioly; aged 16 years and one day, he became the youngest player to debut for the club.
Career statistics
ClubSeasonLeagueState leagueNational cupContinentalOtherTotalDivisionAppsGoalsAppsGoalsAppsGoalsAppsGoalsAppsGoalsAppsGoalsBahia2024Série A10————102025Série A105100001071Career total205100001081
Honours Bahia Campeonato Baiano: 2025
Brazil U17 South American U-17 Championship: 2025
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