Gabriel Teixeira Joins Pafos on Loan From Sporting

Overview

• Pafos FC announced that Gabriel Teixeira has joined the Cypriot club on loan from Sporting, with reports saying the deal runs through the 2026/27 season.
• At Pafos, Teixeira will team up with former Brazil international David Luiz, who joined the club last year.
• This is Teixeira’s third loan since Sporting signed him from Bahia, after previous temporary moves to Atlético-MG and Al Taawoun in Saudi Arabia.
• Public accounts of the original transfer from Bahia to Sporting differ, with reports citing both €6 million and R$48 million as the fee.
• Pafos’ recent participation in the UEFA Champions League group stage gives Teixeira European exposure that could help him rebuild form and increase his market visibility.