Sundowns Star Ribeiro Costa: Shock Qatar Move Imminent?!
Mamelodi Sundowns fans are reeling from the news: star forward Lucas Ribeiro Costa is heavily tipped for a move to Qatar SC! The PSL Footballer of the Season's absence from Sundowns' season opener raised eyebrows, and now it seems a transfer is on the cards.
Qatar SC Leading the Race for Ribeiro Costa
Reports from Arabic outlet WinWin suggest that Qatar SC, a former club of Percy Tau, has reached an agreement with Masandawana for the Brazilian's transfer. The Qatari side are looking to bolster their attacking options after a disappointing season where they finished just above the relegation zone.
Costa's impressive performances at the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup, including a stunning solo goal against Borussia Dortmund which earned him the Goal of the Tournament award, have attracted interest from clubs worldwide. Turkish side Trabzonspor and French team Saint-Etienne were also reportedly in the mix, but it appears Qatar SC has won the race.
What Ribeiro Costa Brings to Qatar SC
The 26-year-old's versatility and goal-scoring prowess will be a major asset for Qatar SC. Since joining Sundowns in 2023, he has scored an impressive 37 goals and provided 23 assists in 88 games, winning multiple individual awards in the process. The club has also signed Spanish coach Marquez Lopez and several other players, indicating their ambition for the upcoming season.
- Joao Pedro from Al-Wasl
- Faiz Selemani from Al-Riyadh
- Lukas Kalvach from Viktoria Plzen
- Franco Russo, Argentine defender
KickOff attempted to contact Mamelodi Sundowns for comment but received no response before publication.
Will this deal go through? Only time will tell, but it seems highly likely that Lucas Ribeiro Costa will be showcasing his talent in the Qatar Stars League soon. This would be a major loss for Mamelodi Sundowns, but a significant gain for Qatar SC.