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Girona signs Mauro Furtado to strengthen defense

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 22, 2026, 8:15 AM

Last updated Aug 22, 2026

Girona signs Mauro Furtado to strengthen defense
Summary

Girona FC has announced the signing of 18-year-old central defender Mauro Furtado from Benfica. The Portuguese player, born on July 30, 2008, has signed a five-year contract with Girona that extends until 2031. Furtado, a rising talent in Portuguese football, previously helped Portugal's U-17 team win both the European Championship and the U-17 World Cup. Known for his defensive skills and leadership, he is expected to enhance Girona's youth-focused strategy for player development.

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  • •Mauro Furtado joins Girona from Benfica on a five-year contract.
  • •He has earned accolades with Portugal's U-17 national team.
  • •Furtado played a key role in winning the U-17 World Cup.
  • •His skills include defensive strength and effective ball distribution.
  • •Girona aims to integrate more young players into their lineup.
Latest Updates
  • 11:50 AMYahoo Sports — Furtado: "Girona is a great club that supports young people"
  • 8:15 AMYahoo Sports — Mauro Furtado, future and talent for Girona's defense
What they're saying
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Girona FC continues to invest in young talent with potential by signing Mauro Furtado. The Portuguese central defender, born in Lisbon on July 30, 2008, joins the red-and-white club and is tied to the...

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Mauro Furtado was presented this Monday as the new player of Girona FC in an event that included the presence, apart from Mauro Furtado, of the Club's president, Delfí Geli, and the sporting director...

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