Out of favour at Sporting, Matheus Reis ‘forced’ to make a decision | OneFootball

With little playing time under Rui Borges, Matheus Reis is expected to leave Sporting in the next transfer window. The 'number 2' of the Lions is set to continue his career away from Alvalade and is already looking for options to move forward.

According to information reported by the newspaper A Bola, the Brazilian player has complete freedom to choose his next club starting in January, at a time when the possibility of renewing with Sporting is completely off the table.

Furthermore, the same source adds that, despite knowing his future does not lie with Sporting, the 'number 2' has maintained an exemplary attitude and the highest level of professionalism. In fact, Rui Borges has never sidelined Matheus Reis—as he did with Jeremiah St. Juste—but believes the player does not have a place in the squad.

, after having received threats from Benfica fans following the Portuguese Cup final. Palmeiras, managed by Abel Ferreira, was the club that showed the most interest.

In total, since arriving at the green and whites from Rio Ave, Matheus Reis has played 203 matches, during which he scored three goals and provided nine assists. The player is also one of the most versatile in the squad, playing both as a center-back and as a left-back.

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