FC Dallas midfielder Jackson Goncalves has joined Cruzeiro on loan.

The 23-year old Brazilian, who joined Dallas on loan from Sao Paulo in August 2010, has been in his homeland recently and the Texan club thought it wise to allow him to play nearer his normal environment before returning to Frisco for the 2012 MLS season.

"Jackson needed to spend some time at home in Brazil for personal reasons," said FC Dallas President and CEO Doug Quinn. "We recognized this and found an opportunity we think will be mutually beneficial."

Dallas head coach Schellas Hyndman added: "Jackson is going to be playing with a very good team in an excellent league, which will help him improve as a player. This loan will also give him the chance to spend the time he needs close to his home."

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