Famalicão entered the transfer market with the goal of strengthening the midfield while securing the future of Gustavo Sá, whose fate still hovers over rumors of a deal worth up to €20 million.

What are the new signings?

The SAD announced the arrival of Tamás Szücs, Paulo Moreira and Mathis Jangeal. All three are midfielders bringing experience from European leagues and promise to raise the level of competition within the squad. Szücs, 24, spent two seasons in Hungary; Moreira, 22, shone in Portugal’s second tier; Jangeal, 23, has a stint in Belgium. They join Mathias de Amorim and Tom van de Looi, already part of the roster.

Why does Gustavo Sá stay at the club?

Despite being linked to West Ham since early summer, the Portuguese international still trains under Hugo Oliveira. The coach confirmed Sá is taking part in regular preparation sessions and that no definitive offer has arrived. A potential €20 million transfer would be the club’s biggest recent sale, yet the board prefers to keep the youngster in the midfield while options are weighed.

How does the competition affect the squad?

With three newcomers fighting for minutes, the manager now has five options to line up the starting midfield. This depth lets him rotate formations without dropping quality, a factor that helped the team finish the last campaign in a safe Primeira Liga spot. Sá’s presence, even if uncertain, gives the coach a reference point to guide the new arrivals.

What comes next?

The SAD remains alert for additional targets should any of the signings decide to leave before the window closes. Meanwhile, the coaching staff continues integrating the newcomers, focusing on tactics that exploit the versatility of Szücs, Moreira and Jangeal. The first official test arrives in August, when Famalicão opens the season against a top‑flight opponent.

What is the financial impact?

If the West Ham deal materialises, Famalicão will receive roughly €20 million, a sum that could be reinvested in further signings or infrastructure upgrades. The board has not disclosed details on sell‑on clauses or staggered payments. The club, however, stresses that the priority is to ensure a competitive squad for the 2026‑27 season.