CD Nacional de Madeira has officially secured the permanent transfer of Brazilian midfielder Matheus Dias, solidifying his future with the club for the next five seasons. The announcement confirms the 23-year-old`s transition from a loan arrangement with Brazilian side Internacional (Porto Alegre) to a full-fledged member of the Madeiran squad.
Dias initially joined Nacional on loan for the 2024/25 season and quickly established himself as a valuable component of the team. During his temporary spell, the midfielder featured in 29 matches, contributing 1 goal and providing 2 assists. His consistent presence and performance evidently impressed the club`s management, leading to this long-term commitment.
The decision to sign Dias on a permanent, five-year contract signals strong confidence from Nacional in his abilities and potential impact over the coming seasons. This move provides both the player and the club with stability, allowing Dias to fully embed himself within the team structure and potentially become a central figure in their midfield for years to come. In the often transient world of football transfers, a five-year deal is practically a marriage proposal.
A Busy Summer in Madeira
Matheus Dias`s permanent arrival is just one element of a comprehensive squad reshaping underway at Nacional ahead of the 2025/26 campaign. The club has been particularly active in the transfer market, bringing in a substantial number of new faces. Dias is notably the 11th signing confirmed by Nacional so far this summer.
The list of incoming players is diverse, reflecting a broad recruitment strategy. New additions include Kevyn Vinícius (from Fluminense, Brazil), Lenny Vallier (from Guingamp, France), Alan Núñez (from Cerro Porteño, Paraguay), Douglas Nathan (from São Caetano, Brazil), Motez Nourani (from Adana Demirspor, Turkey), Josué Souza (from Grêmio, Brazil), Deivison Souza (from Hope Internacional, Brazil), Martim Gustavo (from Estoril Praia), Jesús Ramirez (from Vitória de Guimarães), and Pablo Ruan (from Londrina, Brazil). This extensive list suggests Nacional is not merely tweaking its squad but is undertaking a significant overhaul. One might observe that if they continue at this pace, they`ll need to expand the locker room just to fit everyone.
The permanent acquisition of a proven loan success story like Matheus Dias, coupled with the considerable influx of new talent from various international and domestic sources, underscores Nacional`s ambition for the upcoming season. Fans will be watching with interest to see how these pieces fit together and what impact this revamped squad will have on the Portuguese I Liga.
