Glorioso 1904 exclusive confirmed - G. Souza says he'll join Benfica | OneFootball

Gabriella Souza, known in the world of women’s volleyball as Gabiru, has confirmed that she will represent Benfica next season. The 32-year-old Brazilian international revealed the news during an interview, confirming a story reported exclusively by the newspaper on April 19 (Read HERE).

Speaking to Basticast, the player said she is preparing for her first experience outside Brazil after two seasons with Mackenzie, from Belo Horizonte. The player, who plays as an outside hitter and stands 1.75 metres tall, arrives at Luz to fill the gap left by Kyra Holt and Alice Clemente. The American is expected to return to Brazil to play for Sancor Maringá, while the Portuguese volleyball player will continue her career with Vilsbiburg, in Germany.

In the interview, the Eagles’ new signing confirmed the move to Portugal. Gabriella Souza also explained the reasons that led her to accept the challenge from the Reds: “I wanted a new experience, to test another market,” said the Brazilian player, who will be another option for Henrique Furtado next season.

It is worth remembering that the athlete went through a difficult period due to a serious injury, which kept her off the courts for some time. However, she managed to regain top form and reinvent herself, returning at a very high level over the last three seasons.

In addition to the arrival of Gabriella Souza, Beatriz Santos, a 30-year-old player, is one of the athletes leaving Braga and will also join the Reds in the 2026/27 season (Learn more HERE).

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