Carol Alves follows Madalena Marau to Sporting

Goalkeeper Carol Alves, 20, leaves Valadares Gaia. She moves to Sporting CP's women's side, the Leoas. Alves follows teammate Madalena Marau in the transfer. Both players are set to join Sporting's squad. The move expands Sporting's options in goal. Valadares Gaia loses a 20‑year‑old goalkeeper. Alves' arrival coincides with Madalena Marau's arrival. The duo will train with Sporting's first‑team group. Sporting CP aims to strengthen its defensive line. The club expects Alves to compete for the starting goalkeeper role. Valadares Gaia will need to replace the departing goalkeeper. Alves' next season will be with Sporting's women's team.