Daniel Svensson's first interview in a Sporting shirt

Daniel Svensson arrived in Lisbon this week to pen a deal with Sporting's handball team.

“I am really excited. sporting is a really well known club in Sweden. It is really good to be here and I hope to win everything we can here. I am here to help the club win", said the 30-year old goalkeeper, who has spells with Hammarby (2012-2015, HK Aränas (2009-2012), Alingsas (2007-2009), Önnered (2005-2007) and BK Heid (2005) to his name.

The new Alvalade shotstopper also proved knowledgeable of what to expect when he puts on the Sporting shirt: "I have heard a lot about the fans and the noise they make. I really want to play for them. I don't know my teammates yet, but I know their names. I have seen a few thing about them, they are quality players and I want to help them."

Samvel Aslanyan shares his thoughts on his new home

It took him three transfers to get to the Portuguese capital, but the Russian international Samvel Aslanyan has officially arrived at Alvalade to pen a deal with Sporting's handball team.

“Me and my family were really happy when we found out I would sign for Sporting. I am really happy to be in Portugal and to represent this club. I have seen the team on the internet and I know they have some Cuban and Slovenian players here", said the Alvalade new recruit, adding: "I will try and talk with the rest of the team. I know two of them can speak Serbian and that will help me. The sooner I train with them the better. I am going to try and help get the best results for Sporting."

Samvel Aslanyan previously represented Permskie Medvedi, after spells with Voronezh RPO HC and Chekhovskie Medvedi. In 2008, he helped Russia to a 6th place finish at the Beijing Olympic Games and also has five Russian Championships to his name.

Marvin Zeegelaar

Sporting Clube de Portugal - Futebol, SAD has reached an agreement with the player Marvin Zeegelaar for a contract valid until 2020 and with a buy-out clause of 45,000,000.00€.

Sporting SAD wishes Marvin Zeegelaar the best of professional and personal success.

Ezequiel Schelotto's first thoughts as a Sporting player

Ezequiel Schelotto, a player who can feature anywhere on the pitch but most prefers being deployed down the right wing, was officially announced as the latest addition to the Alvalade armoury this week, penning a deal valid until the end of the season - with three additional seasons - and getting right into the mix in training with the rest of the squad. Having been a free agent since August after leaving Inter Milan, Schelotto is available for action immediately.

The Argentinean-born Italian has spent almost his entire career in Italy until now, having represented Cesena, Catania and Atalanta, before making the move to the Milan giants and going out on loan to Sassuolo, Parma and Chievo Verona. Schelotto learnt his trade in Banfield (the only Argentinean club he played for) and stands 1.87m tall.

“Honestly, it is  great feeling to be at a club of this size. I have been out for a while, but that is in the past now. I am thinking about the present and I really want to get into the group, get to know the coach and start playing", affirmed the Alvalade new recruit in his first interview.

Standing in front of pictures of Cristiano Ronaldo and Luís Figo for a photography session, Sporting and Ezequiel Schelotto looked to the two Alvalade legends as the level to aspire to: "Behind me are photos of two amazing players, who won everything and the Ballon d'Or. History speaks for itself and although Sporting hasn't won a lot of titles for a while, but this season is going well and I am here to help. Sporting has a great coach, who helped me make the decision to come here."

César pens deal valid until 2020

Sporting Clube de Portugal, Futebol SAD has reached an agreement with the player Bruno César for a contract valid until 2020, with a buy-out clause of 60,000,000.00€.

Bruno César will begin training immediately, but will only be available for official action of January 2016.

Sporting SAD wishes Bruno César the best of professional and personal success.

Shikabala

Sporting Clube de Portugal, Futebol, SAD has reached an agreement with Zamalek Sports Club for the transfer of the athlete Shikabala for a fee of 650,000.00 dollars and with Sporting SAD having the right to 15% of a future transfer.

Sporting SAD wishes Shikabala the best of personal and professional success.

Jorge Santos (Gazela)

Sporting Clube de Portugal, Futebol, SAD has reached an agreement with Jorge Santos (Gazela) for the termination of the player’s contract.

Sporting SAD wishes Gazela the best of personal and professional success.

Wilson Eduardo

Sporting Clube de Portugal, Futebol, SAD has reached an agreement with Sporting Clube de Braga, Futebol, SAD for the transfer of the player Wilson Eduardo, with Sporting SAD remaining with 45% of the player’s economic rights

Sporting SAD wishes Wilson Eduardo the best of personal and professional success.

Ramy Rabia

Sporting Clube de Portugal, Futebol, SAD has reached an agreement with Al-Ahly Cairo for the transfer of the player Ramy Rabia for a fee of 750,000.00€, with Sporting SAD also receiving 15% of a future transfer

Sporting SAD wishes Rabia the best of personal and professional success.

Diego Rubio

Sporting Clube de Portugal, Futebol, SAD has reached an agreement with Real Valladolid Club de Fútbol for the transfer of the player Diego Rubio, with Sporting SAD remaining with 70% of the player’s economic rights

Sporting SAD wishes Diego Rubio the best of personal and professional success.