Rúben Semedo, former FC Porto, returns to Portugal to bolster AVS defence | OneFootball

The central defender, now a free agent after leaving Al Markhiya of the Qatari league, said he arrives “motivated by a new challenge,” confident in the club’s ability to remain in the top tier of Portuguese football.

“We all know that AVS is in a complicated situation, but I like these kinds of challenges, when almost no one believes. We have the quality and team spirit to turn things around,” said the player upon his arrival in Vila das Aves.

The experienced defender, who has been capped three times for Portugal, highlighted the team spirit he felt during his first training session.

“I saw quality and unity. I believe we can turn things around, and God willing, we’ll have victories and good performances soon,” he stated.

Semedo, who has played for clubs such as Sporting, Villarreal, Olympiacos, and FC Porto, has made 319 appearances and won nine trophies, including one Portuguese league title and two Greek league titles.

“I believe my experience can help a lot, especially at this stage. I come with a positive attitude and a desire to win. Every game will be a final,” concluded the central defender, who arrives to fill a gap recently pointed out by coach João Pedro Sousa.

After eight rounds in the Primeira Liga, AVS sits in last place, with only one point, four behind second-to-last Tondela, also in the direct relegation zone, and five behind Estoril Praia, who occupy the playoff spot.

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