Elias Manoel has joined Santa Clara on loan from Botafogo until the end of the current season, with an option for the club to purchase him. The 23-year-old Brazilian forward has participated in six matches this season and previously scored nine goals along with one assist for NY Red Bulls in the last MLS season. Santa Clara, Açores – Futebol, SAD made the official announcement. Santa Clara, which achieved a notable fifth place in Liga Portugal last season, thus qualifying for the Conference League, considers Manoel a valuable addition to the team under the guidance of coach Vasco Matos. Elias expressed his excitement about joining the club and mentioned that he feels prepared for the new challenge and is keen to contribute to the team's objectives. His contract with Botafogo extends until December 2027, and Transfermarkt estimates his market value to be €2.00m.