Sundowns Secure Major New Signing As Possible Replacement for Lucas Ribeiro
- Mamelodi Sundowns are said to have secured another major signing as they continue to regain their form this season
- The Brazilians have been looking for a perfect replacement for Lucas Ribeiro, who left earlier this summer, and their new signing could fill the void left by the South American
- Sundowns supporters and other PSL fans shared their views on Masandawana latest addition to their squad
Mamelodi Sundowns have reportedly reached an agreement with a European club to secure the signing of Portuguese midfielder Nuno Santos, with the deal set to be finalised before the end of the summer transfer window on Monday, September 22, 2025.
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The Betway Premiership giants have been in the transfer market looking for a possible replacement for Lucas Ribeiro, who decided to leave the club after leading them to their eighth successive league title last season.
Ribeiro also had a wonderful performance at the FIFA Club World Cup, where he won the Goal of the Tournament award.
The 26-year-old also took Sundowns to FIFA over a contract dispute after the PSL giants stopped him from leaving in the summer.
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Since Ribeiro's departure, Sundowns have yet to sign a midfielder who can fill the void left by the Brazilian.
Sundowns secure Santos signing
According to reports, Sundowns have reached an agreement with Portuguese side Vitoria Guimaraes SC for the signing of Nuno Santos.
The Brazilians are expected to pay R20 million for the signing of Santos from the Portuguese club, with the deal expected to be completed by Monday, September 22, 2025, when the transfer window in the South League shuts.
Since joining Vitoria Guimaraes from Major League Soccer (MLS) in July 2023, he has made 90 appearances, contributing eight goals and providing 16 assists.
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On the international level, the 26-year-old was part of the Portugal U17 squad that won the UEFA U17 European Championship. He has also represented his country at U16 through U21 levels, but he has yet to earn a full national team call-up.
Sundowns securing the signing of Santos trended on social media, gathering a range of opinions from the club's fans and other netizens.
Reactions as Sundowns sign Santos
Billy_PMS commented:
"Sundowns they like this Latin players cos they bring a different style of play."
KB_Ramasimong implied:
"The guy is coming from Victoria Guimaraes ššš But Sundowns fans are shouting they have massive pull Lmao šššš."
khayelitshakapa shared:
"With half the money they're spending on players, they could have bought HM Pitjie and renovated it, but South African big teams think small."
Mupper77 wrote:
"Instead of this boy... I would've fetched Mthiyane at Stellenbosch... we have Flemming Berg just forcing these international deals through this transferoom business. Maybe he is receiving commissions from there under the table."
Rassie181 reacted:
"Buying from Europe is cheaper than buying from South America. This should be the approach or sign on loan with an option to buy. Saves money."
YaseNtombe said:
"I made peace that we as Kaizer Chiefs we will never compete with Orlando Pirates and Mamelodi Sundowns. These teams sign quality players, meanwhile we sign rejects who want to revive their careers and blame Broos for not selecting our players."
itschase___ added:
"Contributed 24 goals in 90 matches for Vitoria. Pretty solid numbers considering the fact that he arrived at Vitoria 2 and a half years ago."
Bafana star leaves Sundowns for PSL rivals
Briefly News also reported that a Bafana Bafana defender has parted ways with Sundowns to join another Premier Soccer League side this summer.
The South African international would struggle to get game time; that's why he decided to leave the club.
Source: Briefly News
