The American club Columbus Crew officially announced the signing of Portuguese midfielder André Gomes on a free transfer, following the expiration of his contract with French club Lille. The American club welcomed the player through an official statement, confirming the strengthening of the midfield with a player who possesses significant European experience.

Gomes, aged 32, has had a prolific career in Europe, having played for clubs such as Portugal's Benfica, Spain's Valencia and Barcelona, as well as Everton in the English Premier League, before moving to Lille in the French league. He has also represented the Portuguese national team in several major international tournaments.

The player is known for his ability to control the pace of the game and create opportunities from the midfield, in addition to his extensive experience in European tournaments, making him a strong addition to the Columbus Crew project in Major League Soccer.

Gomes is expected to bring experience to the team's lineup, especially with the club's ambitions to compete for local and continental titles in the upcoming period. The coaching staff is relying on his extensive experience to lead the midfield and support the young players.