Róbson Januário de Paula (born February 14, 1994) is a Brazilian professional footballer who plays as a defender for Saudi club Al-Jandal.
Club career
Breakthrough and loan to Kawasaki Frontale
Róbson was a product of by Bahia's youth academy. In July 2013, he was loaned to Kawasaki Frontale. Due to the injuries of Kawasaki Frontale's centre backs, Yusuke Igawa, Hiroki Ito and Jun Sonoda, Róbson was signed to increase squad's depth. However he only made one appearance for the club which was in Emperor's Cup and returned to Bahia when his loan spell was expired.
Esteghlal (loan)
On 17 July 2016, Róbson signed for Esteghlal F.C. on loan until the end of the 2016–17 season. He made his debut for the club on 31 July 2016 in a 2-1 loss against Esteghlal Khuzestan. After joining Esteghlal, he quickly established himself and became a regular starter in the team. During the season, he made a good partnership with compatriot Padovani in central defense. On 16 September he played his first Tehran derby against city rivals Persepolis which ended with a goalless draw. On 2 February 2017, he started the AFC Champions League qualifying play-off match facing Al Sadd SC which Esteghlal won in a 4–3 penalty shoot-out following a 0–0 draw following extra time. On 12 February he played the Second Tehran derby, which ended with a 3–2 victory for Esteghlal. After his stunning performance against Al-Ahli on 25 April 2017, he was included in 2017 AFC Champions League team of the week. He finished the season with 23 appearances as Esteghlal finished the season as runners-up in the league.
Boavista
On July 2017, Robson signed with Portuguese club Boavista signing a three-year deal. He made his debut in a 2–1 defeat against Portimonense S.C.
Botafogo-SP
On 13 February 2020, Robson returned to Brazil and signed with Botafogo-SP.
Al-Jandal
On 12 July 2023, Batista joined Saudi Arabian club Al-Jandal.
Career statistics
Club
1 Includes Copa Sudamericana and AFC Champions League matches.