Gil Vicente targets right-back amid player departures

Gil Vicente will prioritize signing a right-back after the departures of Zé Carlos Gonçalves and Hevertton. The club’s technical staff has identified the position as a key area for reinforcement. Mutombo’s potential exit further increases the need for defensive cover on the right flank. The club’s squad planning now includes multiple scenarios for defensive restructuring. Gil Vicente’s transfer window strategy focuses on securing immediate solutions. The club aims to finalize deals before the closure of the current transfer window to avoid gaps in squad depth. The departures of Zé Carlos Gonçalves and Hevertton leave two clear spots to be filled. Both players were regular starters last season, creating immediate urgency for replacements. Mutombo’s situation remains under review. The club has not yet confirmed whether he will leave, but his future is being assessed alongside defensive recruitment plans. Gil Vicente’s next matches will test the squad’s defensive balance. The club’s coaching staff will adapt tactics based on the final composition of the defensive line.