Joelson Fernandes back in Portugal, to face Sporting on final day | OneFootball

It's official. Joelson Fernandes is a new addition to Gil Vicente. The former Sporting player - who profits from this move - arrives in Barcelos after two seasons in Turkey, where he represented Hatayspor. At 22 years old, the athlete signs a contract until 2029 and may face the lions in the 17th and 34th rounds of the Portuguese League.

The winger signed with Gil Vicente for four seasons, becoming another one of César Peixoto's attacking options. Joelson Fernandes reencounters the club against whom he made his professional debut, when he was still serving the green and white emblem.

"I've had the opportunity to play in the Portuguese League, including playing against Gil Vicente, but I didn't have many opportunities. I think that, this year, I will have many more opportunities to help. The club gave me confidence, which is what I wanted at this moment," Joelson revealed to the club's media.

The new footballer of the Minho team also emphasized the decisive role of César Peixoto in his arrival in Barcelos. "I spoke with the coach when I was in Turkey. He called me, we spoke several times and he gave me a lot of confidence. He received me very well, as did the whole structure," he highlighted.

Last season, Joelson Fernandes - valued at 1.4 million euros - played in 36 matches in Turkey, scoring three goals and three assists in his personal account. Hatayspor finished in 18th place in the championship with 26 points and could not avoid relegation.

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