Jeonbuk Hyundai Motors FC (Chairman Lee Do-hyun, hereinafter Jeonbuk Hyundai) has strengthened their midfield by acquiring João Gamboa, who has passed through the age group national teams from Portugal U16 to U21.

Jeonbuk Hyundai announced on the 7th that they have signed João Pedro da Costa Gamboa (28 years old, 187cm, MF), a versatile midfielder from Portugal who previously played for Poland's professional football club, Pogon Szczecin.

João Gamboa is a player who injects energy into the team with his spirited defensive style, excelling in interceptions and pressing abilities. His strengths lie in quick attacking transitions, excellent defensive positioning, and high work rate, enabling him to play aggressively.

Jeonbuk Hyundai stated that holding midfielder João Gamboa will solidify the team's midfield, allowing the second-line attackers to focus more on aggressive play.

Having spent his youth career at Benfica and Braga in Portugal, João Gamboa made his professional debut in 2015 with Braga B, followed by stints at SC Braga ('15-'17), CS Marítimo ('17-'19), GD Chaves ('19-'20), and GD Estoril Praia ('20-'22) in various Portuguese league teams.

In 2022, he moved to the Belgian First Division A with Royal Excel Mouscron, expanding his activities in Europe, before transferring to Pogon Szczecin in Poland the following year.

During his two seasons at Pogon Szczecin, he played 75 matches, scoring 2 goals and providing 4 assists, establishing himself as a key asset for the team.

Embarking on his first challenge in Asia, João Gamboa expressed his excitement about joining Jeonbuk Hyundai, saying, "I am happy and have high expectations to start my first challenge in Asia with Jeonbuk Hyundai. I always prioritize the team and pour out my passion on the field. I can't wait to meet the fans and play in the stadium."

Furthermore, João Gamboa has been assigned the jersey number No. 5 and will be registered in the K League under the name 'Gamboa.'