Jackson Porozo

Jackson Gabriel Porozo Vernaza (born 4 August 2000) is an Ecuadorian professional footballer who plays as a centre-back for Turkish club Kasımpaşa on loan from French side Troyes.

Early career
Born in San Lorenzo, Esmeraldas, Porozo started his career with LDU Quito, joining their youth setup in 2012. He subsequently represented Sandino FC, Manta and Independiente del Valle before returning to Manta in 2016. Porozo made his senior debut during the 2017 campaign, in the Ecuadorian Serie B. He scored his first senior goal on 22 April of that year, netting his team's only in a 3–1 away loss against Colón FC. Porozo finished his first season with one goal in 16 appearances, and also had a trial at Palmeiras in December 2017.

Santos
On 23 March 2018, Porozo agreed to a contract with Santos, being initially assigned to the under-20s. After having problems in his contract, he joined the club in August, after his 18th birthday.

Boavista
On 1 October 2020, Porozo was announced at Primeira Liga side Boavista, agreeing to a five-year contract, for a total fee of €500,000; Santos received 80% of the value, and also retained a 16% over a future sale.

Troyes
On 24 June 2022, Porozo signed for Ligue 1 side Troyes on a five-year contract.

On 2 February 2024, Porozo moved on a new loan to Kasımpaşa in Turkey.

International career
On 14 February 2017, Porozo was called up to Ecuador under-17s for the year's South American U-17 Championship, being a starter during the tournament and scoring a goal against Uruguay on 26 February. On 2 January 2019, he was included in Jorge Célico's 23-man list of the under-20s for the 2019 South American U-20 Championship.

Porozo was an undisputed starter during the competition, being included in the tournament's best eleven as his side was crowned champions. On 12 March 2019, he was called up to the full side for friendlies against United States and Honduras.

Porozo made his full international debut on 10 September 2019, coming on as a late substitute for Félix Torres in a 3–0 win against Bolivia in Cuenca.

Honours
Ecuador U20
 * South American U-20 Championship: 2019

Individual
 * South American U-20 Championship Best XI: 2019