Venezia FC has officially announced the signing of 27‑year‑old Portuguese defender Thierry Rendall Correia, on a one‑year deal with an option to extend until 2028. The club presented him as the new piece to solidify the back line in the push for the Serie B title.

Who is Thierry Correia?

Born in Amadora on March 9, 1999, Correia came through Sporting Lisbon’s academy and made his first‑team debut in the 2018/19 season. After 7 appearances for the Portuguese side, including 2 in the Europa League, he moved to Valencia in the summer of 2019. In Spain he logged 160 official games, scored 2 goals, provided 6 assists and featured in the Champions League. Internationally he won the European Under‑17 and Under‑19 titles with Portugal.

Why did Venezia choose Correia?

In the official statement the defender said: “I chose to come to Venezia FC because I believe the club has a great project. The environment and the city are fantastic, the ideal setting to grow and help the team reach big goals.” Venezia manager Leonardo Colucci highlighted that Correia’s European experience will be vital for the defence, especially in the season’s decisive phase.

How does he fit the club’s project?

Venezia currently sits first in Serie B with 82 points, 24 wins, 10 draws and 4 losses from 38 matches, leading the league by one point over Frosinone. With 77 goals scored and 31 conceded, the +46 goal difference is the best in the table. Correia’s experience in continental competitions should help maintain defensive solidity and protect the goal of Mattia Perin, already a key figure in many victories.

What to expect in the coming months?

The contract includes an automatic renewal clause triggered by performance criteria; if Venezia stays on top, Correia could extend his stay until 2028. Fans can anticipate a more confident defender in aerial duels and a greater ability to build play from the back. The next fixture is against Genoa, a test that will immediately put the new signing to the test.

What’s the message for the supporters?

Correia wrapped up his announcement with a pledge: “To the arancioneroverdi fans I want to say I will give my all, work hard every day to help the team and win as many matches as possible this season in Serie A.” The club, although currently in Serie B, aims to return to Serie A and sees Correia as a key element to achieve that dream.