Brighton signs defender Costinha from Olympiacos on five-year deal
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 15, 2026, 7:19 PM
Last updated Jun 15, 2026
Brighton has acquired Portuguese defender Costinha on a five-year contract from Olympiacos for about £11 million. The 26-year-old right-back has previously played for Rio Ave and has experience in the Champions League and Europa League. Brighton head coach Fabian Hurzeler praised Costinha's defensive skills and versatility, stating he will enhance competition at right-back. Costinha made 121 appearances for Rio Ave before joining Olympiacos, where he played 74 games and scored 12 goals.
- •Brighton paid approximately £11 million for Costinha's transfer.
- •Costinha has prior experience in European competitions.
- •He has made 121 appearances for Rio Ave prior to Olympiacos.
- •Fabian Hurzeler highlights Costinha's defensive capabilities and intensity.
- 7:19 PMYahoo Sports — Brighton sign defender Costinha from Olympiacos
- 7:19 PMBBC Football — Brighton sign defender Costinha from Olympiacos
"Brighton sign Portuguese defender Costinha on a five-year contract from Olympiacos.
"Brighton sign Portuguese defender Costinha on a five-year contract from Olympiacos.
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External links- Yahoo SportsJun 15, 2026, 7:19 PMBrighton sign defender Costinha from Olympiacos
Brighton sign Portuguese defender Costinha on a five-year contract from Olympiacos.
- BBC FootballJun 15, 2026, 7:19 PMBrighton sign defender Costinha from Olympiacos
Brighton sign Portuguese defender Costinha on a five-year contract from Olympiacos.
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