C.D. Nacional announces 27‑man squad with eight new signings

Coach João Gião confirmed that C.D. Nacional’s roster will continue to evolve until the transfer window closes, saying that almost every sector of the team could see further adjustments. The club unveiled a 27‑player squad for the upcoming 2026/27 Liga Betclic season, featuring eight recent acquisitions. New arrivals include goalkeeper Renato Marín (formerly of Paris Saint‑Germain), defender Wesley Andrade (ex‑Avaí), midfielder Danel Dongmo (formerly of Petrolul Ploieşti), and forward Stavros Gavriel (ex‑Zulte Waregem), among others. The squad will face Marítimo in a special Troféu Autonomia match before the league opener against Santa Clara, with forward Jesus Ramirez listed as the main injury concern.

The announcement highlights the club’s intent to strengthen the team across all positions while maintaining a focus on preparation time and integration of players from diverse football backgrounds.