Bernardo Schons Zortea (born 21 March 2007), commonly known as Zortea, is a Brazilian professional footballer who plays as a central midfielder for Campeonato Brasileiro Série A club Grêmio.

Club career

Born in Pinhalzinho, Santa Catarina, Zortea joined Grêmio's youth sides in March 2022, from Chapecoense. In November 2025, already established as a regular member of the under-20 team, he renewed his contract with the former until the end of 2027.

In March 2026, Zortea was promoted to the first team of Tricolor by head coach Luís Castro. He made his first team – and Série A – debut on 2 April, coming on as a late substitute for Juan Nardoni in a 2–1 away loss to Palmeiras.

International career

On 24 June 2024, Zortea was called up to the Brazil national under-17 team for the Cascais Luso Cup.

Career statistics

As of 6 April 2026

Appearances and goals by club, season and competition
ClubSeasonLeagueState leagueCopa do BrasilContinentalOtherTotal
DivisionAppsGoalsAppsGoalsAppsGoalsAppsGoalsAppsGoalsAppsGoals
Grêmio2025Série A00004040
202620000020
Career total200000004060

Honours

Brazil U17

  • Cascais Luso Cup: 2024