FC Famalicão has officially announced the acquisition of forward Pedro Santos. The 22-year-old has made a permanent move from Benfica, finalizing a contract with Famalicão that will keep him at the club for the next three seasons.
Santos spent the most recent 2024/25 season on loan at fellow Portuguese side Moreirense. During his time there, he made 25 appearances, registering a single assist. A contribution tally that suggests either a season focused on other aspects of his game, or perhaps merely setting the stage for more impactful performances elsewhere – like, say, at his new permanent home.
Speaking on his transfer, Santos outlined the reasoning behind choosing Famalicão. He conveyed a positive outlook for the collective performance of the team in the upcoming season. “I have expectations that we will have an excellent season from a collective point of view. I feel happy and have the desire to seize this opportunity to prove myself,” he stated.
Key factors in his decision process included “the structure and conditions of the club,” as well as Famalicão`s consistent performance with “good seasons in recent campaigns.” Significantly, he also pointed to the club`s established reputation for “developing many young players” as a fundamental element that drew him to sign.
For a young player transitioning from a loan spell and looking for stability and growth, joining a club with a clear project and a track record of nurturing talent appears to be a calculated move. Famalicão`s commitment to Santos with a multi-year contract signals their belief in his potential to evolve and become a valuable asset in the Primeira Liga.
