Rennes have signed Benfica forward Nelson Oliveira on a season-long loan with an option to complete a permanent deal. Oliveira has opted for a move to Ligue 1 side Rennes. The 21-year-old Portugal international seemed to be bound for Stoke City and had been lined up to join the club on their current tour of the United States, with manager Mark Hughes speaking publicly this week of his hope a deal would be completed. However, Oliveira has instead opted for a move to Ligue 1. Philippe Montanier, the Rennes coach, told his club’s official website he was delighted to complete the signing. “Nelson was our priority,” Montanier, who last season led Real Sociedad towards Champions League qualification, said. “He is a player of promise and all-round ability. He has pace and knows how to work the space. He is very good technically, but also athletic.” -EFB
Posted on: Fri, 02 Aug 2013 21:05:53 +0000
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