João Miguel Fins Veloso (born 26 June 2005) is a Portuguese professional footballer who plays as a midfielder for Primeira Liga club Moreirense on loan from Benfica.
Professional career Veloso is a youth product of CB Loulé, CB Albufeira and Benfica. On 18 June 2022, he signed his first professional contract with Benfica. In September 2022, he was named by English newspaper The Guardian as one of the best players born in 2005 worldwide.
On 13 July 2026, Veloso was loaned by Moreirense for the 2026–27 season.
International career Veloso is a youth international for Portugal, having played with the Portugal U16s, U17s, U18s and U20s.
Playing style Veloso is a complete midfielder, with tactical intelligence and strength. He is skilled at maintaining the team's tempo, starts attacking tempo, and can also finish well.
Career statistics
+ Appearances and goals by club, season and competitionClubSeasonLeagueNational cupLeague cupEuropeOtherTotalDivisionAppsGoalsAppsGoalsAppsGoalsAppsGoalsAppsGoalsAppsGoalsBenfica B2024–25Liga Portugal 2281————2812025–26Liga Portugal 240————40Total321————321Benfica2024–25Primeira Liga0010000010202025–26Primeira Liga201000001040Total202000002060Career total34120000020381
Honours Benfica Supertaça Cândido de Oliveira: 2025
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