Alisson de Almeida Santos (born 27 September 2002), known as Alisson Santos or just Alisson, is a Brazilian footballer who plays as a forward for Portuguese club Sporting CP.
Career.
Vitória.
Born in Caatiba, Bahia, Alisson joined Vitória's youth sides in 2018, aged 15. On 9 August 2019, he signed his first professional contract with the club, agreeing to a deal until July 2021.
Alisson made his first team debut on 5 May 2021, starting in a 1–1 Campeonato Baiano home draw against Fluminense de Feira. On 15 June, he further extended his link until May 2025.
Loans to Náutico and Figueirense.
Sparingly used in the following years, Alisson was loaned to Náutico on 7 March 2023. On 17 January of the following year, he was announced at Figueirense also in a temporary deal.
Loan to União de Leiria.
On 29 August 2024, Alisson moved abroad after agreeing to a one-year loan deal with Liga Portugal 2 side União de Leiria; he also renewed his contract with Vitória until February 2028 prior to the move. In January, he scored three goals in four matches, being chosen as the Player of the Month by the players' sindicate.
On 31 March 2025, União announced Alisson's departure from the club.
Sporting CP.
On 26 March 2025, Alisson began training with Sporting CP, after the club agreed to a transfer with Vitória. The Portuguese club agreed to pay € 2.1 million, effective the following 1 July.
Personal life.
Alisson's father Ady (also known as Messias) was also a footballer. A midfielder, he went on to play for the Tunisia national team.