Betway Premiership outfit AmaZulu FC have secured the signature of Brazilian defender Gustavo Vieira Lopes. FARPost has been reliably informed that the deal was finalised after the player successfully completed his medical assessment.
The 25-year-old joins Usuthu from Mozambican side Ferroviário da Beira, where he spent two successful seasons.
Lopes, a versatile player capable of slotting into defensive midfield, confirmed his departure following a 1-0 win over Textáfrica in December. Speaking to the Mozambican outlet Lance, Lopes expressed his gratitude to the city of Beira, calling it a second home.
His former club also released a statement praising his work ethic and passion during his 45 appearances for the team. AmaZulu, currently sitting fifth in the Betway Premiership, look to bolster their squad as the league prepares to resume following the 2025 AFCON break.
WHAT GUSTAVO VIEIRA LOPES SAID ABOUT HIS FERROVIÁRIO EXIT
Ferroviário da Beira also extended its best wishes to Lopez as he made his switch to the Betway Premiership.
“Thank you, Gustavo! Your passage through Chiveve was synonymous with work, grit and overcoming. Thank you, Gustavo, for defending this club with so much passion. Bring new flights, new achievements, and new stories!” the statement reads.
Meanwhile, AmaZulu, led by Kaizer Chiefs legend Arthur Zwane have also reportedly won the race formidfielder Luyolo Slatsha, beating out competition from several Betway Premiership rivals. The 23-year-old is said to be joining the Durban-based outfit as a free agent following his departure from Cape Town City FC, who are competing in the Motsepe Foundation Championship.
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