Career
Born in Almada, Setúbal District, Horta spent eight years in South.L. Benfica"s youth system, joining local Vitória F.C. at the age of 15. In late 2014, whilst still a junior, he was promoted to the first team by manager Domingos Paciência. On 12 December 2014, Horta made first-team and Primeira Liga debut, playing the second 45 minutes of a 0–1 home loss against Boavista Football Club.