Moreira joins Swansea ranks

Swansea City have signed goalkeeper Jose Moreira for an undisclosed fee from Liga Sagres runners-up Benfica.

Moreira, 29, has agreed a two-year contract with the Welsh side, who were promoted to the English Premier League after their victory in last season’s Championship play-off final.

He has one full international appearance to his name with Portugal and was an unused squad member during the European Championships in 2004.

“It’s my dream to play in the Premier League and I’m delighted to get my chance with Swansea City,” Moreira told the club’s website.

“I have been at Benfica for 12 years and while it will be hard to leave I need a new challenge in my career.”

After beginning his youth career with Salgueiros, Moreira joined Benfica in 1999 and has made more than 100 appearances for the club.

“I believe the experience I’ve gained at such a big club as Benfica and with Portugal will help me achieve success in the Premier League for Swansea.”

“I watched Swansea’s game at Wembley against Reading on the internet and I was very impressed.”

“I can’t wait to get started.”