Corinthians sign former Napoli defender Henrique
Saturday - January 27, 2018 2:32 pm ,
Category : SPORTS
Rio de Janeiro Jan 27 (IANS) Former Brazil international defender Henrique has joined reigning Brazilian Serie A champions Corinthians on a two-year deal.
The announcement came almost a month after the 31-year-old parted ways with Rio de Janeiro outfit Fluminense reports Xinhua.
"I m really happy and honoured to be able to wear this shirt. I hope we can be really happy together " Henrique said.
A centre-back who has made seven appearances for Brazil s national team Henrique spent two seasons with Fluminense after his 2015 move from Italy s Napoli.
The Brazilian Serie A season begins on April 15 while the group stage of the Copa Libertadores -- South America s top club competition -- starts on February 27.
--IANS
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