Robert Vinicius Rodrigues Silva (born 13 April 2005), sometimes known as just Robert, is a Brazilian footballer who plays as a forward for F.C. Copenhagen.
Born in Pirapora, Minas Gerais, Robert Silva joined Cruzeiro's youth setup at the age of 11. On 25 May 2021, he signed his first professional contract with the club.
On 9 June 2023, Robert Silva renewed his contract with the Raposa until 2027. He made his professional â and Série A â debut on 8 July, coming on as a second-half substitute for fellow youth graduate Stênio in a 1âÂÂ0 away win over Vasco da Gama.
On 6 August 24, Robert Silva joined FC Copenhagen from Cruzeiro on a season-long loan with an option to buy.
He made his competitive debut for the club on 22 August 2024, coming on as a second-half substitute in a 2âÂÂ0 victory over Kilmarnock FC in Europa Conference League qualifying. Robert's first league appearance came in a 3âÂÂ2 defeat to FC Nordsjaelland on 25 August, in which he provided his first assist for the Lions.
In his first league start, on 18 October, Robert provided two assists in a 3âÂÂ1 win against Vejle, and was named man of the match. In his third league start, Robert scored his first goal for Copenhagen on 24 November, opening the scoring in a 2âÂÂ1 victory over Lyngby.
At the end of the loan period, Copenhagen purchased Robert on 20 January 2025.
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