By Lehlohonolo Lehana.
DSTV premiership champions Mamelodi Sundowns have completed the signing of Brazilian midfielder Lucas Ribeiro Costa.
“Brace yourselves Masandawana! Lucas Ribeiro Costa has joined the Yellow family!,” Sundowns announced on Thursday.
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— Mamelodi Sundowns FC (@Masandawana) July 6, 2023
Costa is a versatile player who can play on either wing or behind the striker.
He has initially played for Belgian teams; Excelsior Virtoni, Excel Mouscron and SK Beveren.
The 24-year-old attacking midfielder, who can also play upfront, joins the club as their third signing after Lesiba Nku and Junior Mendieta, boosting their attacking prowess.
Costa will join his new teammates in Rustenberg for pre-season training before embarking on a trip to the Netherlands, where they aim to secure four additional matches alongside a showdown against Eredivisie side NEC Breda.