Another 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, has been offered to São Paulo through intermediaries.

According to AVANTE MEU TRICOLOR, 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 by offering the market opportunity.

São Paulo’s football leadership took note of the approach and committed to evaluating the conditions 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 freshen up the midfield in this transfer window.

Moreover, the priority for the position is Newton, a player requested by coach Dorival Júnior, whose deal is being negotiated with Botafogo in search of his release.

Carvalho has an impressive résumé in European football, with spells at Sporting in Portugal and Real Betis in Spain. In addition, he has 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 characteristics and age range of the Portuguese-Angolan differ from the profile defined as a priority by Dorival, who wants a player with more 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, where he had played since 2025 after joining following the expiration of his deal with Betis.

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