Marcelao abandons Boavista

Goalscoring centre-back likely to move to Greece

The situation at Boavista is looking increasingly dire as Marcelao is the second player, after Rissut, to have rescinded with the club.

The financial constraints that the northern outfit are currently suffering, coupled with the fact that they were also convicted of corruption during the 2003/04 season and face relegation as punishment, have forced the club to release players from their contract.

Unaware of Boavista’s future, the central defender thought it best to seek pastures new. It is not known where Marcelao will end up, but his 6 goals in 26 appearances last season is likely to attract suitors as it is believed that the Brazilian his being heavily sought after in Greece.

Marcelao and Rissut may not be the only players to end their associations with the club as Fleurival, Jehle, Luis Loureiro, Ivan Santos and Mateus are all believed to be heading for the exit door as well.