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It’s official: João Veloso will represent Moreirense in the 2026/27 season. The club from Moreira de Cónegos, based in the municipality of Guimarães, confirmed the agreement reached with Benfica for the young midfielder’s move, who arrives on a one-season loan.

In his first statements as a Moreirense player, João Veloso revealed that the decision to accept the challenge came naturally, highlighting the project presented by the Minho club and the positive references he received before signing.

"When I found out Moreirense were interested in me, I was immediately very excited. The season the team had, the coach, the people who joined the club... I liked everything. I spoke with teammates who had been here and others who worked with me, and they all gave me excellent feedback. They told me it’s a very family-oriented club, with a great atmosphere, and that was decisive in my decision," he said.

The midfielder also made it clear that he intends to make the most of the opportunity to gain playing time and continue to develop: "I want to help the club, play as many minutes as possible and contribute so that we can achieve our objectives. I’m convinced this challenge will be important for my growth, both personally and professionally. I’m sure it will be a very positive experience for my present and my future," he added.

João Veloso ended the presentation with a message to Moreirense fans, promising total commitment on the pitch: "I’m a player who likes to have the ball and take charge of the game. To the fans, I can guarantee that I will always give my maximum to help the team achieve its objectives and honor this shirt," he concluded.

Watch João Veloso’s presentation at Moreirense:

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