Mamelodi Sundowns have confirmed the signing of another Portuguese attacker, Miguel Reisinho! This follows hot on the heels of the announcement of Nuno Santos' arrival, signaling a strong intent from the Betway Premiership champions.
Reisinho joins Sundowns as a free agent and is believed to have signed a two-year deal with the Tshwane giants. The club is looking to bolster their squad after a slightly shaky start to the season, with coach Miguel Cardoso eager to get the team firing on all cylinders.
The signing of Reisinho provides Cardoso with further attacking options. He joins fellow countryman Nuno Santos, who recently made his debut against Golden Arrows. While the result wasn't ideal (a loss for Sundowns), the addition of Portuguese flair is expected to inject creativity and dynamism into the team.
Both Reisinho and Santos will be eligible to represent Sundowns in the CAF Champions League, a significant boost for the club's continental ambitions. The registration deadline for the second preliminary round closes at the end of September.
Sundowns will be looking to bounce back from their recent defeat when they host Richards Bay at Lucas Moripe Stadium on Saturday. The home fixture provides a perfect opportunity to regain momentum and showcase their new signings in front of their loyal supporters.
What can Sundowns fans expect from Reisinho?
While details about Reisinho's specific playing style are still emerging, the fact that Sundowns have moved quickly to secure his signature suggests that he possesses qualities that Cardoso believes will benefit the team. His arrival adds further competition for places and will undoubtedly keep the existing squad on their toes.
The addition of Reisinho and Santos highlights Sundowns' ambition to dominate both domestically and continentally. It will be interesting to see how quickly the two Portuguese players integrate into the squad and how significant an impact they can have on the team's fortunes this season.