Energy Sports (Energy13)
Brazil-Led Powerhouse
Brazil €62mm
Key Facts
Also known as: Energy Sports Brasil; Energy13
Founded: 2009 (operational timeline publicly referenced via partner profiles)
Headquarters: Rua Fidêncio Ramos, 160, Conj. 709, 04551-010 São Paulo, Brazil
Players: 30 (11 in 1st tiers) • Total market value: €62mm
FIFA/FA registration: CBF-credentialed intermediaries on staff; agency leadership includes licensed agents active in Brazil’s jurisdiction (IDs not publicly listed)
Languages: Portuguese; English; Spanish
Regions covered: Brazil; Europe (England, Turkey, Portugal); North America (Mexico, USA); Middle East (Qatar) — based on recent deals and client clubs
Email: contato@energy13.com.br
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/energysports13/
About
Energy Sports (Energy13) is a São Paulo–based football agency focused on end-to-end career management: transfers, contract negotiation, off-field advisory, and logistics. The firm highlights a multidisciplinary team “credenciado e certificado pela CBF” and positions itself as a strategic planner for athletes’ careers.
Key People
CEO/Founder: Marcelo Pettinati — Partner/Owner; long-time Energy Sports representative
Managing Director / Head of Football: Caio Cobra — Partner/Owner overseeing operations and deal support
Licensed agents:
Vinícius Brandão — Player Agent
Renato Bonaldi — Player Agent
Pedro Pires — Player Agent
Elias Reis — Player Agent
João Tessler — Player Agent
Client Roster
Top players (current):
Gabriel Jesus (Arsenal)
Fred (Fenerbahçe)
Lucas Veríssimo (Al-Wakrah)
Thiago Martins (New York City FC)
João Pedro (Grêmio)
Guilherme Castilho (FC Juárez)
Rising talents / U23:
Multiple Brazil U20/U23 profiles across Santos, Flamengo, Palmeiras, São Paulo, Internacional youth squads (e.g., Everton, Kaio Nóbrega, João Ananias, Rhaisson)
Notable former/other clients (selection):
Léo Navacchio (Persik Kediri), Fabiano (Aris), Madson (FC Juárez), Denílson Ovando (Gualaceo)
Coaches/Staff represented (if any):
Rodrigo Santana (manager)
Notable Deals
2023 — Fred: Manchester United → Fenerbahçe; permanent; fee reported ~€9.75–10m + add-ons; four-year deal to 2027
2022 — Gabriel Jesus: Manchester City → Arsenal; permanent; ~£45m/€52m; five-year contract
2025 — Lucas Veríssimo: Al-Duhail → Al-Wakrah; season loan (joined Jul 21, 2025); contract running to 2026 per club listing
2025 — Guilherme Castilho: Ceará → FC Juárez; permanent; fee reported ~€1.4–1.5m; deal to 2028
Services
Contract negotiation; transfers & loans (domestic/international)
Career planning & advisory; scouting and talent ID
PR/branding & communications; logistical support for moves
Legal/administrative support via CBF-credentialed representatives
Partner Network
Clubs & markets evidenced by deals/clients: Arsenal, Manchester City (UK), Fenerbahçe (Turkey), Al-Wakrah/Al-Duhail (Qatar), FC Juárez (Mexico), NYCFC (USA), Santos/Palmeiras/São Paulo/Internacional/Ceará (Brazil)
Track Record (last 3 seasons)
Total transfers completed: 15+ first-team moves across Brazil, Europe, Mexico, and Qatar publicly traceable since 2023
Deals ≥ €10m: At least two in the period (Gabriel Jesus to Arsenal in 2022; Fred to Fenerbahçe reported near €10m in 2023)
Clients in top-5 leagues: 1 currently (Premier League), with historical placements in Portugal’s top flight and others
National team clients: Multiple Brazil internationals (past/present), including Gabriel Jesus and Fred
Renewal/extension deals: Not publicly detailed by the agency
Approach & Philosophy
Energy Sports presents itself as “more than career management,” emphasizing a strategic, long-term plan for each athlete and a full-service structure around them. The model blends transfer market positioning with off-field support to maximize career value and stability.
Fees & Transparency
Typical market ranges apply (player representation commonly ~3–10%, subject to mandate and local regulations). The agency does not publicly disclose specific commissions or expense policies; image-rights handled case-by-case per club and jurisdictional rules.
Compliance & Reputation
Disciplinary actions / sanctions: No public sanctions identified for Energy Sports
Litigation / disputes: None located via public record/news search related to the agency
Media sentiment: Positive/neutral — frequently cited around high-profile moves (e.g., Jesus to Arsenal; Fred to Fenerbahçe)
