Official: Varandas signs Portugal defender, Sporting secure future | OneFootball

It's official! Constança Coelho has signed a training contract with Sporting. The 14-year-old defender, formerly of Oliveirense, has been performing well in the youth ranks of the Alvalade Club and has earned the trust of Frederico Varandas, President of the Lions.

"My career started at Oliveirense, my only club until now. I played with boys and was part of the Aveiro District women's team and also the National Team [under-15]," began Constança Coelho, speaking to Sporting's media.

Having arrived at Alvalade in the summer, the defender reveals that the proposal "was a shock," as it is the "Club of my heart since I was little": "It was a feeling of pride in what I've become and in what my family has made me. It's a joy to represent this great institution," she expressed.

At 14 years old, Constança Coelho represents the under-19s and admits to having a big dream: "to give everything in training and achieve the goals set by the coaching staff" so she can "become National Champion and reach the main team" of Sporting - which already knows its opponent in Europe.

"I went to a tournament with her and really liked the game and the way she dedicates herself. She is a reference here at the club, was trained at Sporting, and gives her all in every play," she said, pointing to Érica Cancelinha as a reference, before leaving a message to the fans: "I promise to give my all in every training session. I want to help Sporting achieve its goals."

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