David Luiz signs with European Club in surprise move

Veteran center-back David Luiz is set to continue his professional career in an unexpected corner of European football, according to BeIN Sports. Pafos FC, a first-division club in Cyprus, officially announced the signing of the Brazilian defender, who agreed to a contract running until June 2028.

"From Brazil to Europe, from Champions League glory to Copa Libertadores: now writing a new chapter in Cyprus. A historic day for our club. A new era begins," the club wrote on its official X (formerly Twitter) account.

Following his stint at Fortaleza, where he played last season, and after four years with Flamengo following his departure from Arsenal, David Luiz returns to Europe in a move that has surprised many. Even at 38, the experienced center-back continues to show ambition and a desire to compete at a high level.

This will be the eighth professional club for David Luiz. He came through the youth system at São Paulo, made his professional debut with Vitória, and went on to shine in Europe with spells at Benfica, Chelsea, Paris Saint-Germain, and Arsenal.