Contract details and medical clearance
Bruma ended his contract with Benfica before undergoing medical examinations in Greece. The tests were completed successfully and he proceeded directly to the Aris offices to finalise the agreement. The contract runs for one season with an option to extend for a further year. He is scheduled to join training on 15 September and will be available for selection immediately after. The club confirmed the deal on its official channels after the player completed all formalities on 14 September 2026. The announcement stressed that Bruma had resolved his Benfica contract, passed the required medical checks without issue and then signed the 1+1 agreement at the club headquarters. From that moment he became an official Aris player and was welcomed into the club family.
Player background and early career
Armindo Tué Na Bangna, known as Bruma, was born on 24 October 1994 in Bissau, Guinea-Bissau. He progressed through the Sporting CP academy and made 13 appearances with one goal and four assists for the senior side. In 2013 he moved to Galatasaray, recording 85 appearances, 15 goals and 21 assists, including loan spells at Gaziantepspor and Real Sociedad where he added 33 appearances, three goals and one assist. The announcement highlighted his start in the famous Sporting CP academies that introduced him to European football at a young age. Those early experiences at Sporting laid the foundation for a career that would take him across multiple leagues while always retaining the explosive style that first drew attention in Lisbon.
European club career path
Bruma joined RB Leipzig in 2017 and accumulated 67 appearances, ten goals and five assists over two seasons. He transferred to PSV Eindhoven in 2019, contributing 81 appearances, 15 goals and ten assists. A loan to Olympiacos in 2020-21 produced 33 appearances, nine goals and three assists, ending with a Greek league title. Subsequent moves included Fenerbahçe, SC Braga with 90 appearances, 27 goals and 22 assists, and a return to Benfica where he made 17 appearances, one goal and two assists. The club statement detailed every step of this path across Turkey, Germany, the Netherlands, Greece and Portugal. Each move added new experiences and the numbers recorded at SC Braga stand out as a particularly productive period before the short Benfica chapter that immediately preceded the Aris transfer.
International experience
Bruma represented all youth levels of the Portugal national team. At senior level he has earned 12 caps and scored two goals. His experience across multiple leagues provides Aris with a player familiar with high-tempo European football and the Greek Super League environment. The official announcement noted his progression from youth sides to the senior Portugal squad. Those caps remain a point of pride and underline the quality he brings to the Aris squad as they prepare for the demands of the season ahead.
Player statement after signing
Following the signature Bruma stated that Aris represents a new challenge and that he is ready to face it. He expressed pleasure at returning to Greek football and noted he already knows the club and some teammates. His stated objectives include securing victories, contributing goals and assists, and helping the team achieve its best season. He thanked club president and Mr Reyes for their support and trust. From today Bruma belongs to the Aris family. The player emphasised his desire to make fans happy and to repay the faith shown in him on the pitch. He spoke of his strong physical condition, his hunger to perform and his belief that the current campaign can become the most successful in the club’s recent history provided everyone works together.
Frequently asked questions
When did Bruma sign for Aris?
Bruma signed the contract on 14 September 2026 after completing medical tests on the same day.
What is the length of Bruma's contract?
The agreement covers one season with a one-year extension option, running until summer 2027 if the option is exercised.
Which previous Greek club did Bruma play for?
Bruma played for Olympiacos on loan during the 2020-21 season and won the Greek league title that year.
How many senior international caps does Bruma hold?
Bruma has 12 senior caps for Portugal and has scored two international goals.
When will Bruma join Aris training?
He is expected to report for training with the squad on 15 September 2026.
