António Manuel Fernandes Mendes (born 23 October 1992), known as Tomané, is a Portuguese professional footballer who plays as a forward for AVS Futebol SAD in the Primeira Liga.
Early life and youth career
Born in Fafe, Braga District, Portugal, Tomané joined the youth academy of Boavista in 2003 before moving to Vitória de Guimarães in 2006, where he remained until 2011.
Senior career
- Vitória de Guimarães (2010–2016): Made his Primeira Liga debut on 16 August 2010. Over six seasons he recorded 70 league appearances and nine goals for the first team, and also played for the B side.
- Loan spells: A short loan to A.D. Os Limianos (2011–2012) in the Portuguese third division, followed by a 2016 loan to MSV Duisburg in Germany’s 2. Bundesliga (9 appearances).
- Panetolikos (2016): Joined the Greek Super League club, scoring once in 11 league matches.
- Arouca (2016–2017): Returned to Portugal’s top flight, appearing 17 times and scoring three goals.
- Tondela (2017–2019): Featured in 63 league games, netting 21 goals and helping the club avoid relegation in 2019.
- Red Star Belgrade (2019–2020): Played 22 matches in the Serbian SuperLiga, contributing six goals and winning the league title.
- Samsunspor (2020–2023): Recorded 47 league appearances with 12 goals in Turkey’s TFF First League.
- APOEL (2023–2024): Scored three goals in 25 league appearances for the Cypriot side.
- Farense (2024–2025): Added three goals in 24 matches in Portugal’s second tier.
- AVS Futebol SAD (2025–present): Currently wears the number 7 shirt, with 28 league appearances and four goals as of May 2026.
International career
Represented Portugal at youth levels: under‑18 (7 caps), under‑19 (2 caps, 2 goals), and under‑21 (4 caps). He has not been capped at senior level.
Playing style
Primarily a centre‑forward, Tomané is noted for his aerial ability, work rate, and versatility in attacking positions. He is right‑footed and has been deployed both as a target man and a supporting striker throughout his career.
Personal information
- Height: 1.82 m (6 ft 0 in)
- Position: Forward
- Current club: AVS Futebol SAD (Primeira Liga)
The information above is compiled from publicly available sources, including the subject’s Wikipedia entry and associated sports databases.
