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Samuel Portugal strengthens the goalkeeping position at Gil Vicente

Brazilian goalkeeper Samuel Portugal has signed a contract with Gil Vicente until 2028 after leaving FC Porto.

11 August 2026Tagblick Newsdesk

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Archive photo: Samuel Portugal strengthens the goalkeeping position at Gil Vicente — Archive photoPhoto: jikatu · Wikimedia Commons · CC BY-SA 2.0

Samuel Portugal, a 32-year-old Brazilian goalkeeper, will reinforce Gil Vicente after a lengthy period at FC Porto, where he did not play in any official matches. According to various sources, the player has signed a contract valid until 2028, thus concluding his time at FC Porto, where he spent four years.

During his stay at FC Porto, Samuel Portugal did not play any official matches, despite the club investing four million euros in his transfer. The athlete has now joined Gil Vicente, where he is expected to have regular playing opportunities.

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