New Cédric? Agents offer Portuguese veteran to São Paulo | OneFootball

Defensive midfielder William Carvalho, known for representing Portugal in major international competitions such as the World Cup and the Euros, was offered to São Paulo through intermediaries.

According to what AVANTE MEU TRICOLOR has learned, the 34-year-old player is interested in playing in Brazilian football. Aware that the Morumbi club is looking for a holding midfielder, agents approached the team offering the market opportunity.

São Paulo’s football leadership took note of the approach and committed to evaluating the terms of a potential deal, but showed no enthusiasm for moving forward with a formal offer.

The main obstacle lies in the guideline set by the analysis department, which is prioritizing the recruitment of younger players to refresh the midfield in this transfer window.

In addition, the priority for the position is Newton, a player requested by coach Dorival Júnior, whose deal is being negotiated with Botafogo in an attempt to secure his release.

Carvalho has an impressive résumé in European football, with spells at Sporting in Portugal and Real Betis in Spain. He has also made 80 appearances and scored five goals for the Portuguese national team (where he played alongside Cédric Soares).

Despite his international experience and the possibility of a cost-free deal, the Portuguese-Angolan’s profile and age range differ from the profile Dorival has set as a priority: a player with greater mobility and creative ability, in addition to defensive qualities.

Carvalho has been a free agent since April, when his contract with Pachuca of Mexico ended. He had been playing there since 2025, having moved after the expiration of his deal with Betis.

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