Santa Clara announced the signing of João Costa, a 24-year-old forward who was in the final stages of his contract with Alverca. João Costa had an excellent season with Alverca, being named Player of the Year in Liga 3 and finishing the season as the top scorer with 22 goals. He signed with Santa Clara until 2027.

João Costa, the 24-year-old forward who has scored 24 goals this season, is reportedly on the radar of Santa Clara, which has just been promoted to the first division of national football.

João Costa, a 24-year-old striker, has had a notable season with Alverca, the current leader of the Liga 3 phase, with 24 points scored in the 11 rounds already played. He has 21 goals and two assists in the 32 games he has played with Alverca this season, continuing the goalscoring credentials he had already shown in previous seasons. Negotiations are underway for his transfer at the end of the season.