Portuguese Midfielder Diogo Sousa Transfers from Vitória Guimarães to Strasbourg
Diogo Sousa, a 20-year-old Portuguese U21 international, has been sold by Vitória SC to French Ligue 1 side RC Strasbourg for a fee up to €15 million, signing a five-year contract until 2031. The transfer marks a transitional period for both clubs: Vitória SC appoints a new president and head coach, while Strasbourg seeks a new coach after Gary O'Neil's departure. Sousa made 28 appearances last season and won the Portuguese League Cup.
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Rui Rodrigues Elected President of Vitória Guimarães SAD
Rui Rodrigues has been elected as the new president of Vitória Guimarães SAD (the club's publicly traded sports corporation). The decision was made during a shareholders' meeting held on Thursday, as reported by Portuguese sports daily Record. Rodrigues assumes leadership amid a period of significant activity for the Minho-based club. In related news, midfielder Diogo Sousa was officially sold to French Ligue 1 club Strasbourg for a guaranteed €11 million, with up to €4 million in potential performance-based add-ons. Additionally, the club is mourning the passing of former Brazilian winger Mané, who died at the age of 79. Mané was a notable player for both V. Guimarães and Boavista during his career. The article also briefly notes the presentation of Diogo Sousa at his new club.
RecordDiogo Sousa Among V. Guimarães' Biggest Sales with €15M Transfer to Strasbourg
Vitória Guimarães has completed the sale of midfielder Diogo Sousa to French Ligue 1 side Strasbourg. The transfer is valued at €11 million fixed, with an additional €4 million in performance-related objectives, potentially reaching a total of €15 million. Sousa has signed a contract with Strasbourg until 2031. This deal places Diogo Sousa among the most significant sales in V. Guimarães' history. The article also briefly mentions the club mourning the death of former winger Mané at age 79, and the appointment of Tiago Margarido as the new coach of V. Guimarães.
RecordStrasbourg Signs Portuguese Midfielder Diogo Sousa from Vitoria Guimaraes Until 2031
Strasbourg has officially announced the signing of 20-year-old Portuguese midfielder Diogo Sousa from Vitoria Guimaraes on a five-year contract running until 2031, for a fee of approximately €10 million. Sousa, a U21 international, played 28 matches in all competitions last season, his first as a professional, scoring one goal and winning the Portuguese League Cup. He arrives to reinforce a midfield set to lose players due to Valentin Barco's anticipated departure and the likely non-exercise of Rafael Luis' purchase option. The signing comes amid a period of transition at Strasbourg following coach Gary O'Neil's departure to Ipswich, with his successor yet to be named. Sousa is the club's second recruit of the window after goalkeeper Milosz Piekutowski.
Mercato 2025 : l'actu des transferts footStrasbourg Signs Portuguese Midfielder Diogo Sousa from Guimaraes Until 2031
French Ligue 1 club Strasbourg has officially signed 20-year-old Portuguese midfielder Diogo Sousa from Vitoria Guimaraes on a five-year contract running until 2031, for a fee of around €10 million. Sousa, a U21 Portugal international, played 28 matches across all competitions last season, scoring one goal in 22 top-division appearances, and helped Guimaraes win the Portuguese League Cup. He becomes Strasbourg's second recruit of the transfer window, following goalkeeper Milosz Piekutowski, and is expected to fill a midfield gap as the club prepares for departures including Valentin Barco and a likely non-exercise of the purchase option for Rafael Luis. The transfer comes amid broader changes at Strasbourg, whose coach Gary O'Neil has left for Ipswich Town, with no successor yet appointed.
Mercato 2025 : l'actu des transferts footDiogo Sousa Signs with Strasbourg Until 2031
Strasbourg has officially signed Portuguese midfielder Diogo Sousa from Vitória Guimarães for around €10 million. The 20-year-old U21 international has inked a five-year contract running until 2031. Sousa played 28 matches in all competitions last season, his first as a professional, scoring one goal and winning the Portuguese League Cup. His arrival comes as Strasbourg faces potential departures in midfield, including the expected exit of Valentin Barco and the likely non-exercise of a purchase option for Rafael Luis. The club is also undergoing a coaching transition following Gary O'Neil's move to Ipswich, with a successor yet to be named.
Mercato 2025 : l'actu des transferts footStrasbourg announces its first summer recruit
RC Strasbourg Alsace (RCSA) has announced its first signing of the summer transfer window, despite currently being without a head coach after Gary O'Neil left for Ipswich Town. The club has secured the services of Portuguese midfielder Diogo Sousa from Vitória Guimarães. The 20-year-old Portuguese U21 international has signed a five-year contract with the Ligue 1 club, keeping him at Strasbourg until 2031. Sousa, born in Guimarães in 2006, made 28 appearances last season, including 22 in the Portuguese top flight, scoring one goal. He also helped his formative club win the League Cup. The transfer was confirmed by the club on June 24, 2026, via an official announcement and a social media post.
Foot Mercato : Info Transferts Football - Actu Foot TransfertVitória SC sells Diogo Sousa to Strasbourg in deal up to €15 million
Portuguese club Vitória SC (Vitória de Guimarães) has officially sold midfielder Diogo Sousa to French Ligue 1 side RC Strasbourg. The 21-year-old Portuguese midfielder signed a contract with Strasbourg until 2031. The transfer fee could reach €15 million, according to the official announcement from the Portuguese club. The article also mentions other related news from Vitória SC, including the appointment of Tiago Margarido as the new head coach and the signing of forward Gustavo Prado from Ceará.
RecordDiogo Sousa Bids Farewell to Vitoria Guimaraes to Join Strasbourg After 12 Seasons
Portuguese midfielder Diogo Sousa is leaving Vitória de Guimarães after 12 years to join French Ligue 1 side Strasbourg. The article also covers developments at the club, including the appointment of Tiago Margarido as the favorite for the vacant coaching position, pending obstacles. Additionally, the club's new president, Rui Rodrigues, took office, winning a controversial election by a narrow two-vote margin and calling for a recount. Former MAG president João Henrique Faria criticized the new leadership for mistreating his integrity. The article highlights a transitional period for the Portuguese club.
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