In August Traffic Group (which owned the entire contract of Anderson) mutually agreed with him on a 4-year contract with El Jaish of Qatar,[7][8] despite receiving offers from Portugal, Germany and France. He was persuaded by teammate Juninho who had a stint in Qatar, convincing him that football in Qatar is advanced and that it is a gateway to European clubs. He has stated his desire to join a European club after his contract with Al-Jaish is over.[9]
His arrival to El Jaish was delayed until mid-season. He made his debut on 2 January 2012, scoring a free-kick goal.[10]
On January, 12th, 2018, Martins was appointed for São Paulo. In his interview, defender said he came to Tricolor Paulista because they are "a winner club, I came in a search of titles." He will wear shirt number 4.[11] Twelve days later, Martins made his debut with club, in a victory by 2–0 against Mirassol Futebol Clube, a match valid for São Paulo State League.[12]
International career
He capped 3 times in 2005 Sendai Cup. Brazil was the champion.[13]
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^"Comunicado oficial sobre o zagueiro Anderson Martins". CR Vasco da Gama (in Portuguese). 27 August 2011. Retrieved 28 August 2011. A diretoria do Club de Regatas Vasco da Gama vem a público informar que o atleta Anderson Vieira Martins está sendo negociado pelo Desportivo Brasil, sociedade que possui 100% dos direitos econômicos do referido jogador, com o futebol do Qatar.[permanent dead link]