Fulham have confirmed the signing of Rui Fonte from Braga on a three-year deal, with the option of an additional year.
The 27-year-old striker spent a single season with the Portuguese side, having signed from Benfica last year after playing embarking on three campaigns with the Encarnados.
The Club is delighted to confirm the signing of Sporting Clube de Braga captain Rui Fonte for an undisclosed fee
— Fulham Football Club (@FulhamFC) August 17, 2017
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A statement on Fulham''s official website reads: "The Club is delighted to confirm the signing of Sporting Clube de Braga captain Rui Fonte for an undisclosed fee.
"The 27-year-old has signed a three-year deal, with a Club option to extend by a further 12 months."
The former Braga captain has since expressed joy over the latest development in his career.
Speaking to the club's website, he said: "I am very happy and very excited to sign for Fulham, this is an amazing challenge. Fulham is a massive club and I’m looking forward to it.
"I wanted to say a big thank you to Braga who took me in as family and I’m thankful to all the staff and fans for their support during my time there."
