[3] His Série A input consisted of 11 matches in representation of the third and fifth clubs, over three separate seasons; interspersed with that, he had a one-year spell in Portugal with G.D. Estoril Praia.
Benfica (1–1, away)[7] in an eventual fifth-place finish, with the subsequent qualification for the UEFA Europa League; most of his five goals in all competitions came from long-distance shots.
[9] He netted twice[10][11] from 26 appearances in his debut season, helping to a runner-up position.
Jefferson celebrated his 50th appearance in the Portuguese top division on 5 April 2014, in a match against F.C.
[12] On 16 June 2017, he (on loan) and teammate Ricardo Esgaio (permanent transfer) joined S.C. Braga as Rodrigo Battaglia moved in the opposite direction.