Estrela da Amadora kicked off its 2026/27 pre‑season on Monday, gathering 28 players for medical exams and fitness tests while manager Pepa waits for possible squad changes during the transfer window.

Who took part in the first two days?

The group arrived at Estádio José Gomes in Amadora and at a Lisbon hospital for health assessments. Among those present were midfielder Santiago Serra, arriving from Mafra (Liga 3), defender Chernev, midfielder Assane Ndiaye and forward João Gastão, who return from loans at Kaiserslautern, Farense and Belenenses, respectively. Also joining were midfielders Tiago Pinto and Emerson Vanga, promoted from the under‑23 side.

Which departures are already confirmed?

It is known that defender Bruno Langa moved to Qarabag (Azerbaijan) and Luís Caica is on loan at Belenenses. In midfield, Angolan players Alexandre Sola (on loan at Kiryat Shmona, Israel) and Manu (Radomiak Radom, Poland) have left, as has forward João Resende, who joined Farense.

What does the provisional squad for 2026/27 look like?

The SAD has not yet announced official signings, but the provisional list includes: goalkeepers Diogo Pinto, David Grilo and Dudu; defenders Ni Rodrigues, Otávio Galdino, Lekovic, Chernev, Bernardo Schappo, Luan Patrick, Issiar Dramé, Jefferson Encada and Max Scholze; midfielders Assane Ndiaye, Kevin Jansson, Eddy Doué, Tom Moustier, Robinho, Tiago Pinto, Santiago Serra and Emerson Vanga; forwards Abraham Marcus, Alisson, Gbomadu, Sydney, Antonetti, Ianis, João Gastão and Onouha.

What does this mean for the upcoming season?

Estrela finished last season's Primeira Liga in 15th place, just two points above the relegation zone. The lack of confirmed signings could limit competitiveness, but the return of loaned players offers depth options. The club has yet to announce the pre‑season match schedule or the training camp date, keeping the pace of work uncertain for the coming months.

When will the next steps be announced?

Reboleira's management promised to reveal the friendlies and camp location later, likely after the first transfer market moves. In the meantime, Pepa must integrate the newcomers, fine‑tune the veterans' fitness and set a strategy that will help the club secure its place in the Primeira Liga.