Pedro Barbosa is another cog in Portugal's attacking-minded midfield.
He was used just twice in qualifying for the World Cup and scored twice, to add to a flurry of goals for Sporting this season.
He was once linked with a possible move to London and current Premiership champions Arsenal, but the deal fell through and he has stayed in Portugal ever since.
It remains to be seen how often he will be used by coach Antonio Olveira.