Almost done! Joelson set for Portugal return to face Sporting | OneFootball

Joelson Fernandes, who was once one of the most exciting players in the youth ranks of Sporting, is close to returning to Portugal to represent Gil Vicente. The team led by César Peixoto is expected to secure the player for 750,000 euros, with Hatayspor set to receive 10% of any future sale.

The 22-year-old wore the green and white jersey for seven years and left the Alvalade Club for free. Currently, serving the Turkish club, the young international U-21 for Portugal has taken on a prominent role in the Turkish team, but is on his way out.

The winger was used sparingly by Ruben Amorim (who is having tough days), who saw in him all the potential to succeed and be a successful athlete. However, in order to polish his qualities, he was loaned to the Swiss team Basel. Joelson did not convince, having played few matches (none as a starter) for the Swiss club that did not exercise the purchase option.

Back at Sporting, he started training with the B team and the hope of seeing him "explode" in football was fading. The player, who made his debut for the main team of the lions at just 17 years old, has a contract with the Turkish emblem that is valid until 2026 and, it is important to note, the lions safeguarded 50% of the surplus value in a future transfer of the athlete.

Last season, Joelson Fernandes – valued at 1.4 million euros – lined up in 36 matches in Turkey, scoring three goals and three assists to his personal account. Hatayspor finished in 18th place in the championship with 26 points and could not avoid relegation.

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