Dani Alves returns to football. News broke late last year that the former Barcelona player had bought the Portuguese club, and it was officially announced in the last few hours.
The Brazilian player poses in his new team’s uniform, wearing the number 13 on his back. The former player is now part owner of Sporting Club São João de Ver, a club in Portugal’s third tier. “Today, a new chapter in the history of Club Desportivo de São Joao de Ver begins. A page written with ambition, identity and a vision for the future,” the Portuguese club began in a statement, announcing Dani Alves as its new co-owner.
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Years after the former Barcelona player was embroiled in legal troubles that even led to his imprisonment, although he was later acquitted by the High Court of Catalonia (TSJC), Alves has returned to football but now appears to be off the field.
When the news broke on December 22, 2025, there was a possibility that Dani Alves would join the team for six months, but it appears the Brazilian will be involved in the club’s sporting decisions with a long-term vision for growth.
The Portuguese club’s official statement said: “This union represents more than a structural change. It represents the meeting of the experience of those who conquered the world and the soul of a club that never stopped believing. Dani Alves has a global vision, a winning mentality and ambition. Sant Joan de Vert offers identity, community and a history built on hard work and truth. Together, we will transform something already great into an even bigger, more sustainable and inspiring project.”
Official statement from Sporting Clube São João de Ver
Today marks a new page in the history of Clube Desportivo de São João de Ver. A page written with ambition, identity, and a vision for the future. In this memorable moment for the club, we officially announce that Daniel Alves will become co-owner of SAD at SC São João de Ver. The name of one of the most winning careers in world football intersects with a club with deep roots built on hard work, resilience and passion. Two different stories coming together with a common purpose: turning potential into greatness. This bond represents more than just a structural change. It represents the meeting of the experiences of those who conquered the world and the soul of a club that has remained true to its beliefs. Dani Alves brings global vision, winning mentality and ambition. São João de Ver offers identity, community and a history built on hard work and truth. Together, we build what is already great into bigger, more sustainable and more inspiring projects. This is a turning point that strengthens our confidence in the project, the people who build it every day and the values that have always defined the club. It is a clear commitment to sustainable growth, honoring our history and building a solid, responsible and passionate future. The past provides inspiration here. The present gathers. And the future is built with courage, hard work, and vision. Today, Sant Joan de Ver believes even more so. With the same spirit, the same dedication and a renewed ambition to further elevate the club’s name, we continue to write parallel stories that respect its origins and seek to leave behind a legacy.
