João Félix and Cristiano Ronaldo could help Benfica land Sporting’s captain | OneFootball

Gonçalo Inácio is the latest player to catch the eye of the Saudi Arabian Sovereign Fund. The institution managing the funds for Saudi football signings is interested in securing one of Sporting's designated captains, something that pleases Benfica as it would weaken the Lions' squad.

The information comes from the newspaper MaisFutebol, which also adds that a proposal of around 40 million euros will be presented to Sporting, a figure likely to be rejected by Frederico Varandas' management.

It is also known that Al Nassr and Al Ittihad are the Middle Eastern clubs most interested in acquiring Gonçalo Inácio, who would be a significant reinforcement for the defensive line of any Saudi club.

If it materializes, - recently defeated in the Saudi Super Cup - considering that the three players share the locker room in the Portugal National Team.

At the start of the 2025/26 season, Gonçalo Inácio - valued at 45 million euros - is one of the regulars in the Sporting team. The 24-year-old center-back has already accumulated 360 minutes in four games, where he has managed to make two assists for goals.

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