ISL side Punjab FC rope in Brazilian forward Diego Raposo ahead of 2026-27 season
Diego joins the Shers on a one-year deal.
Indian Super League (ISL) side Punjab FC have officially announced the signing of Brazilian forward Diego Henrique Oliveira Raposo ahead of the upcoming 2026-27 season.
The left-footed attacker has signed an agreement until May 31, 2027.
This is Punjab FC’s fourth foreign signing of the season after Alfred Planas Moya, Jephthe Patrick Gerard Bahanack and Raphaël Messi Bouli.
A brief look at Diego Raposo’s career
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Diego Raposo last appeared for Bulgarian top division team FC Lokomotiv Sofia making 19 appearances in the league.
The 29-year-old started his career in Portugal with R.D. Águeda and has also represented other clubs in Portugal like FC Felgueiras, S.C. Beira-Mar and S.C.U. Torreense before making his move to Bulgaria with FC Krumovgrad in the 2023-24 season.
The Santos-born forward played for the Bulgarian club for two seasons before moving to Al-Dhafra FC in the UAE Pro League for one season before moving back to Bulgaria to represent FC Lokomotiv Sofia.
Sharing his thoughts on signing for Punjab FC, Diego Raposo said, “I am very excited to begin this new chapter with Punjab FC and to experience Indian football for the first time. Punjab FC is an ambitious club with a clear vision, and I am eager to contribute with my experience, energy and goals. I cannot wait to meet my teammates, work with the coaching staff and, most importantly, step onto the pitch and give my best for the club and its supporters.”
How can Diego Raposo’s signing help Punjab FC?
The 29-year-old Brazilian forward, Diego Raposo who mainly operates as a left winger brings immense versatility along with him. Diego can also operate as an attacking midfielder and right winger if necessary and can provide great depth to the frontline of Punjab FC.
Across 112 appearances, the 29-year-old has scored 9 goals and provided 4 assists, something that he will surely look to get better at Punjab FC. With players like Raphaël Messi Bouli and Alfred Planas Moya already reinforcing the frontline, Diego can be a great squad player and also play the role of an attacking midfielder which was played by Dani Ramirez last season for the Shers.
Overall, the signing of Raposo highlights Punjab FC’s intent to build a competitive squad ahead of the 2026-27 season.
How long is Diego Raposo’s contract with Punjab FC?
The left-footed attacker, Diego Raposo has signed an agreement with Punjab FC until May 31, 2027.
How many foreigners have Punjab FC signed so far?
Diego Raposo becomes Punjab FC’s fourth foreign signing of the season after Alfred Planas Moya, Jephthe Patrick Gerard Bahanack and Raphaël Messi Bouli.
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