André Pinto breezes through pre-season medical

André Pinto was one of the first players called in for the usual pre-season medical exams. Proving to be in fine form, the central defender also took a moment to speak with the Sporting Journal: "A club like Sporting CP cannot accept anything but winning titles, both nationally and in Europe. We will go into every game looking to get the points. I am looking forward to the start of the season and hopefully everything will go well. This club lives for titles and I am here to contribute to that. I am looking forward to seeing Estádio José Alvalade packed out for us."

Central defender arrives from Sp. Braga at the age of 27

Sporting CP has reached an agreement for the central defender André Pinto, with the Portuguese international arriving on a four-year deal from Sp. Braga.

Standing at 1.90m tall, the 27-year old already has quite the name for himself, built up during spells with FC Porto, Vit. Setúbal, Portimonense, Olhanense, Panathinaikos and Sp. Braga.