87 goals later, Sporting’s key man extends his deal but keeps €80m clause | OneFootball

Pedro Gonçalves has renewed his contract with Sporting until 2030. The previous contract of the 27-year-old footballer was valid for two more seasons and had a termination clause of 80 million euros, which remains despite the new agreement now signed.

"It's always a moment of pride to renew with the club of my heart and continue to play for Sporting. I feel that the Club, the President, and everyone involved likes me to be part of this story. I am very proud, it's a club I love," he told the club's media.

The player said that the path traced in Alvalade was much better than he imagined: "I didn't even expect to get to a club as big as Sporting. I'm happy to make my history and my path. The most important thing is to bring trophies to the Club and, one day later, go to the Sporting Museum and see my name there."

Pote highlighted the progress that has been made in various areas over the last five years: "We feel that it's a stable Club. There have been changes at the José Alvalade Stadium, works at the Cristiano Ronaldo Academy. A lot has changed, I see the Club growing and that's the most important thing, because Sporting has to be one of the best clubs in Portugal and Europe," he said.

The 'number 8' - who was called to the National Team - said that the three-time championship is the main goal for this season: "We will give our best to win (...) Individually, it has been a good season and one of my best starts. I will do my best to keep it that way," he said, leaving a message to the fans: "Keep supporting us as you have done so far. Believe in the team because you will be very important throughout the season. We need everyone with us. The fans are the strongest side of the Club," he concluded.

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