João Simões

João Simões of Sporting CP was born in Portimão, Portugal on 6 January 2007 (age 18).

João Simões, born on the 6th of January in 2007 (aged 18), is a Portugal-born midfielder who primarily operates as a central attacking midfielder for his current team, Sporting CP. Standing at a height of 5ft 8in (1.75m), he boasts a robust weight of 11st 2lb (71kg). Simões proudly sports the number 52 jersey for his team.

Looking at the statistics, Simões' current market value is pitched around £5m, as stated by Transfermarkt. His contract with Sporting CP, is on the verge of culmination with only one month left, set to expire on the 30th of June, 2025.

During the 2024 - 2025 season, Simões took to the pitch in nine Liga Portugal matches. Among these matches, he started in four and was introduced as a substitute in the remaining five, netting a single goal throughout. On the grand stage of Champions League 2024-2025, Simões represented Sporting CP in a total of five matches, with three starts and two substitute appearances.

This player profile is regularly updated with new stats and analysis throughout the season. Last updated 9 June 2025. Send feedback

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Cen Att Mid
Primary Position
Midfielder
Position
CAM
1.75m (5ft 8in)
Height
52
Squad Number
71kg (11st 2lb)
Weight
6 January 2007 (age 18)
Date of Birth
Portimão
Birthplace
Portugal 🇵🇹
Country of Birth
Sporting CP
Team
£5m (via Transfermarkt)
Market Value
30 June 2025 (1m)
Contract Expires

Season stats

Team
Sporting CP
Sporting CP
Liga Portugal 2024 - 2025
Games
9
Starting
4
Substitute
5
Unused
25
Utilisation
26%
Goals
1
Yellows
-
Reds
-
Team
Sporting CP
Sporting CP
Champions League 2024 - 2025
Games
5
Starting
3
Substitute
2
Unused
5
Utilisation
50%
Goals
-
Yellows
1
Reds
-

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