Carlos Manuel (footballer, born 1976)

Carlos Manuel Borges Sebastião (born 5 September 1976) is a Portuguese former footballer.

Early life
Manuel has been a supporter of Portuguese side Porto. He is a native of Sesimbra, Portugal.

Career
Manuel started his career with Portuguese side Vitória de Setúbal. In 1998, he signed for Portuguese side Porto. In 1999, he returned to Portuguese side Vitória de Setúbal on loan. In 2001, he was sent on loan to Portuguese side Leça. After that, he signed for Portuguese side Oriental. In 2002, he signed for Portuguese side Sporting da Covilhã. In 2003, he signed for Portuguese side Amora. In 2004, he signed for Portuguese side Sesimbra.

Style of play
Manuel operated as a midfielder. He mainly operated as an attacking midfielder.

Personal life
Manuel has been married. After retiring from professional football, he worked as a civil servant.