Carlos Martins for 5 years
The official SL Benfica website has confirmed the club will be counting on 26-year old Carlos Martins from this season, signing a 5 year contract.
The two-time capped Portuguese International began his career at Sporting CP in 2002 with a couple of loan spells, but moved to La Liga last season where he made 32 league appearances for Recreativo Huelva and scored 6 goals.
Benfica have acquired 100% of the players' rights, which 40% of the €3m went to rivals Sporting. The midfielder was presented at the Benfica's press room today.
"Everyone knows that I started my career in Sporting. Above all, it was a cycle which has now finished, and a new one will begin. I hope to be happy here and win titles for Benfica."
"I'm grateful for the confidence Benfica have shown me and I'm here to work hard in all training sessions and matches."
Rui Costa pleased
"Carlos Martins is a player that I have always liked. His characteristics are right to succeed here in Portugal. I was very happy when Quique Flores was interested in the possibility of signing the player."
"As soon as he received our offer he showed great enthusiasm to play for the club, which is the kind of players we are looking for in Benfica."