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Universitario Set to Add Brazilian Midfielder Miguel Silveira as Fifth Foreign Reinforcement

The 22-year-old ex-Fluminense prospect arrived in Lima after a stint at Albirex Niigata, with the move reported by Gustavo Peralta, pending formal confirmation.

Overview

  • Peruvian media, citing journalist Gustavo Peralta, report Silveira has reached Lima and is expected to sign for the 2026 season.
  • The club had not issued an official announcement at the time of publication, with the final signature described as the remaining step.
  • Silveira emerged at Fluminense, drew comparisons to Philippe Coutinho, reportedly had a €35 million clause, and was monitored by Arsenal and Tottenham.
  • His recent stops include Red Bull Bragantino in Brazil, FK Sochi in Russia, and Albirex Niigata in Japan, primarily as an attacking midfielder.
  • Brazilian reports highlight his past billing as a youth “joya” and reference a turbulent departure from Bragantino, tempering expectations for his impact in Peru.