Sporting Lisbon, Palermo and Fiorentina were also interested in signing the Santos youngster.
The left back has signed a five-year contract with the La Liga side.
“I never thought twice about joining Valencia after they called. There was never any doubt,” Carleto told AP.
“I have all the qualities and I want to improve, and I think this, for me, was the big move I needed.
“I respect all of my team-mates and the coach. Now, I hope to go and show them so.”
