Pedro Gonçalves, emerging as a pivotal figure for Angola following an impressive display at the recent CAN tournament, sets his sights on reinforcing the Palancas Negras squad with the inclusion of dual nationals Gonçalo Borges and André Vidigal.
Buoyed by Angola’s commendable performance at the AFCON tournament, Pedro Gonçalves is committed to fortifying the national team’s lineup for future endeavors.
To this end, he has turned his attention towards securing the services of two promising dual-national players, namely Gonçalo Borges from FC Porto and André Vidigal from Stoke City.
Recognizing the importance of augmenting the squad’s depth and talent pool, Gonçalves is actively exploring avenues to integrate additional players of Angolan descent into the national team setup.
Reports from local sources indicate that the focus is particularly on bolstering the offensive capabilities of the team, with Borges and Vidigal emerging as prime targets.
André Vidigal, currently plying his trade as a left-winger for Stoke City in the English Championship, boasts an impressive track record, having featured in 27 Championship matches this season and netted 6 goals.
Meanwhile, Gonçalo Borges, operating as a right-winger for FC Porto, has showcased his prowess with 3 assists in 14 championship appearances.
Both players have previously represented Portugal at various youth levels, including the U21s.
At 25 and 23 years old, respectively, Vidigal and Borges offer a blend of youthfulness and experience that could significantly bolster Angola’s attacking prowess on the international stage.
As Pedro Gonçalves strategizes for the future, the potential inclusion of these talented dual nationals underscores Angola’s commitment to harnessing talent from diverse backgrounds to propel the Palancas Negras towards greater footballing success.
With negotiations and discussions underway, the prospect of Vidigal and Borges donning the Angolan jersey serves as a testament to the nation’s ambition to compete at the highest levels of international football, heralding a new chapter of promise and potential for Angolan football.
Selon des sources locales, dont Claque Magazine et Bola Em Campo ⚽️🗞️
Pedro Gonçalves suit attentivement les situations de deux joueurs offensifs:Gonçalo Borges (23 ans, Porto) | André Vidigal (25 ans, Stoke City) pic.twitter.com/8yFfHNPfAk
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