New midfielder for Hertha

Hertha BSC unveiled their fifth new signing for the upcoming season on Friday. His name is Cicero, and he's Brazilian. The 23-year-old comes from Fluminense Rio de Janeiro on a two-year loan deal. "It's a pleasure to be here in Berlin. Hertha are a great club", he says. Cicero Santos is a genuine all-rounder, who has played in a number of positions in the course of his career to date. Like his new coach Lucien Favre, however, he sees himself primarily as a defensive midfielder. "Challenge for trophies" "He's a polyvalent player. We're glad to have got him on our books" Favre said. An equally pleased Hertha sporting director Dieter Hoeneß described Cicero as being "full of beans". The Brazilian newcomer, who recently netted three goals in 14 games in the Copa Libertadores, says he wants to "stay in with a shout in all... [read full story]