Leonino
·4. November 2025
João Pereira’s exit sparks debate, but Sporting refuse to do business

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·4. November 2025

Even though João Pereira’s departure from Casa Pia is causing a stir, since João Gião is the ‘preferred’ name for the position, the Geese haven’t even moved forward with that possibility. The Lisbon club is aware that Sporting would not let go of their coach.
According to the newspaper Record, although the coach of the green and whites is the main name on the Lisbon club’s list, the management didn’t even make a move, since they are aware that Gião does not intend to leave Sporting at this time, just as the Sporting board is not open to negotiations.
In Sporting’s secondary team, João Gião is doing outstanding work. The Lions are leading the second league, with 21 points in nine matches (seven wins and two losses). In the UEFA Youth League, the Alvalade club has seven points (two wins and one draw) and is in 10th place.
As revealed in a Leonino Exclusive, Sporting’s management, led by Frederico Varandas, is very satisfied with João Gião and intends to reward him with a contract renewal, which should also include a salary increase for the coach.
Furthermore, João Gião will be leading the green and white team this Tuesday, November 4th, in a match valid for the fourth round of the Youth League. The match against Juventus is scheduled for 2:00 PM and will be played in Turin, Italy.
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