Vasco reinforce squad for Brazilian Serie A

Rio de Janeiro July 5 (IANS) Vasco da Gama have signed former Sporting Lisbon midfielder Bruno Paulista and ex-Besiktas left-back Ramon as they bolster their squad for Brazil s Serie A football championship.

Both players were presented to the media after passing medical exams on Tuesday and could be available for Vasco s home clash with local rivals Flamengo on Sunday club officials said reports Xinhua news agency.

I m ready if I m called upon. There is no better game to make your debut than a derby against Flamengo. I want to be a part of it Ramon said.

Ramon who made 70 appearances for Turkish giants Besiktas from 2013 to 2016 joins Vasco from Antalyaspor while Bruno Paulista arrives after a spell with Portugal s Sporting Lisbon.

Vasco did not provide financial details of the transfers.

I m in good shape and if the coach chooses me I ll be ready Bruno said.

Vasco are currently sixth in Brazil s Serie A standings 13 points behind leaders Corinthians with five wins from 11 matches.

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