André Santos issues worrying prediction for Sporting: it's inevitable | OneFootball

André Santos believes Maxi Araújo is getting closer and closer to leaving Sporting. The former Lions midfielder believes the Uruguayan international’s performances throughout the season and at the World Cup should spark even more interest in the transfer market.

In an interview with Desporto ao Minuto, the 37-year-old former footballer said he was convinced the green-and-white shirt holder will not remain at Alvalade much longer. "When Sporting signed Maxi Araújo, I immediately thought he wouldn’t be at Sporting for very long," he began.

André Santos highlighted the player’s performances in the Champions League and the impact he is having with the Uruguay national team. "I think some team will come in to buy Maxi because it’s inevitable. He had a great Champions League campaign and now he is doing very well at the World Cup. I really think Maxi will end up leaving; some very good offer for Maxi will end up coming in," he said.

The former midfielder believes that any departure would force Sporting to look for solutions in the market. Although Nuno Santos is recovering from injury and Ricardo Mangas is part of the squad, André Santos believes neither of them offers exactly the same qualities as the Uruguayan.

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