Brighton & Hove Albion sign Portuguese international midfielder Pinto | OneFootball

Brighton & Hove Albion have completed the signing of Portuguese international midfielder Tatiana Pinto from Levante UD.

The Seagulls announced news of the transfer via a post on their official club website this morning.

Pinto is an experienced player who has played her football in various European leagues. She has played for clubs in Portugal, Germany, England and Spain. Her previous experience in the Barclays Women’s Super League came in a short spell with Bristol City in 2015 and 2016. The midfielder enjoyed the most success in a five-year spell with Sporting CP. She won the Portuguese league title, Women’s Cup and Women’s Super Cup with the club.

The 29-year-old is a quality player and she will be hoping to shine with new club Brighton & Hove Albion.

After securing Pinto’s services, Brighton & Hove Albion head coach Melissa Phillips said “We are very excited to welcome Tatiana to the club.

“She’s a talented and experienced player at both club and international level, and we are certain she will add a dominant and creative flair within our attacking lines.

“Throughout the process, Tatiana’s shared ambition in the club’s overall vision has been clear and she is eager to make her mark amongst the squad.

“We know she will make an immediate impact to the team as we prepare for a competitive season ahead.”

Pinto is Brighton & Hove Albion’s eighth signing of the summer transfer window.