Guarda FC rope in Sporting CP academy winger Isnaba Mané on two year contract
The 22-year-old Guinea-Bissau winger arrives with UEFA Conference League experience
Portuguese club Guarda FC has strengthened its squad with the signing of 22-year-old Guinea-Bissau winger Isnaba Mané on a two-year contract, with an option to extend for a further season.
A product of the prestigious Sporting CP academy, Mané arrives with experience across Portuguese and European football, including appearances in the UEFA Conference League with Bulgarian top-flight side Arda Kardzhali.
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His signing comes shortly after the club brought in Mumbai-born Indian youth international Yohaan Benjamin, further reflecting CEO Jai Agarwal’s vision of building Guarda FC into a platform that connects emerging football talent with European football.
The 22-year-old winger developed through the highly regarded Sporting CP academy, where he spent several years progressing through the club’s youth system. Mané also featured in the UEFA Youth League during his time at Sporting, gaining early exposure to elite European youth competition.
Born in Bissau, Guinea-Bissau, Mané began his youth career with Real SC before joining Sporting CP. He subsequently moved to Estoril Praia, where he continued his development and made 10 appearances for the club’s U23 side.
In the 2025/26 season, Mané joined Bulgarian top-flight side Arda Kardzhali on loan, gaining his first significant senior experience outside Portugal. He made 15 appearances across competitions, scoring once and providing one assist. He also featured in all six of Arda’s UEFA Conference League matches during their 2025/26 campaign.
“I’ll give my best to help the team achieve its ambitions”: Mané
A left-footed winger capable of operating across the attacking areas, Mané brings a combination of technical ability, pace and European football experience to Guarda FC. His arrival adds further depth and quality to the squad as the club continues to build towards its sporting ambitions.
Mané said, “I’m very happy to join Guarda FC and excited to begin this new chapter in my career. I’ve had the opportunity to develop in Portugal and gain experience in European football, and I see this move as an important next step for me. I’m looking forward to working with the coach, my new teammates and everyone at the club, and I’ll give my best to help the team achieve its ambitions. I’m grateful to Guarda FC for believing in me and giving me this opportunity.”
Jai Agarwal, CEO and Majority Shareholder, Guarda FC, said, “Signing a player of Isnaba’s profile is an important step for Guarda FC. He has developed in Portugal, gained experience in different European environments and already competed at a high level. We want to build a club that can attract ambitious young players and give them the platform to continue developing, and Isnaba is a great example of the kind of talent we want to bring to Guarda. We are very excited to welcome him and look forward to seeing what he can achieve with the club.”
Vanshvir Shah, Assistant Sporting Director, Guarda FC, said, “Isnaba is a player we have been very impressed with and his profile fits extremely well with what we are building at Guarda FC. He has come through one of Europe’s top academies, experienced senior football and competed in the UEFA Conference League, which gives him a strong foundation to build on. We believe he has the quality and potential to make an important contribution to the team, and we are delighted to have him with us.”
Rui Ferreira, Head Coach, Guarda FC, said, “Isnaba is a talented young player with a very good footballing background and valuable experience for his age. His time at Sporting and Estoril, followed by his experience in Bulgaria and the UEFA Conference League, has given him a strong foundation. We believe his qualities can add something different to the team, and our focus now will be on helping him settle in, understand our way of playing and get the best out of his ability.”
Mané joins Guarda FC as the club continues to strengthen its squad and build a sustainable sporting structure, with a focus on developing talent, competing at a higher level and establishing itself as an increasingly attractive destination for players with ambitions in European football.
The signing also adds to the club’s growing international outlook under Jai Agarwal, whose long-term vision includes strengthening Guarda FC’s sporting and commercial operations while creating new connections between the club and emerging football markets around the world.
Who is Isnaba Mané?
Isnaba Mané is a 22-year-old winger from Guinea-Bissau who has developed through Portugal’s football system, including the Sporting CP academy.
Which club has Isnaba Mané joined?
Mané has joined Portuguese club Guarda FC on a two-year contract with an option for an additional season.
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