DOHA: Brazilian midfielder Cícero Santos was officially unvieled to announce
an 18-month dealwith Qatar Stars League (QSL) outfit Al Gharafa, itemerged
on Thursday.
The 30-year-old Fluminense playmaker underwent a compulsory medical
before being unveiled as Al Gharafa’s new player.
During his time at Fluminense, Cícero proved himself to be a versatile player.
He featured as an attacking midfielder, a defensive midfielder, a wide
player and a striker.
Cícero featured heavily in Fluminense’s Copa Libertadores Campaign of
2008, scoring vital goals in the group stages, including a beautiful
free kick in the 6–0 demolition of Arsenal de Sarandí at the Maracana
in Rio de Janeiro.
Last week, Al Gharafa also roped inChristian BolanosNavarro.
The Costa Rican since his international debut in 2005, Bolanos has
earned 60 international caps and played at two FIFA World Cups.
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