The 22-year old has impressed whilst playing for Sporting last season in both the league and Champions League leading to speculation that a £18 million move to the Premier League could be on the cards but few predicted Everton may of signed him. Veloso has six caps for Portugal and is currently playing at Euro 2008.
I am personally very surprised to see Everton are close to signing Veloso because I was sure that United or Arsenal would definetly be Veloso's destination should he move to England. It would be a superb signing should David Moyes completed and one which I feel could give Everton what they need to challenge for the top 4.