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C.D. Nacional snap up two youngsters
Raimar of Atlanta’s second team and CR Vasco da Gama defender Ulisses are set to join C.D. Nacional of Liga Portugal 2.
We are told that Raimar will join as a free agent at the Portuguese side after coming to the end of his deal in the MLS, while Ulisses will join on loan as head coach Manuel Machado looks to freshen up his side ahead of next season.
in 2020, Cristiano Ronaldo has sent a message congratulating his boyhood club for their promotion.
Leaders Nacional had a two-point advantage over rivals Farense.
Ronaldo sent an audio message to the players: "I met some players at [Choupana stadium], not all, but it was a pleasure to be there with all the staff and take advantage of the facilities to keep me in shape. I want to send you a big hug and wish you the best and success. Congratulations to everyone for the excellent season they did... Nacional is in the 1st Division... I still don't know if we're going to play in Italy now, I'm looking forward to it. Let's wait. With regards to you, good luck for the next season and we are together."