Breaking news! Twist in Mangas and Vagiannidis future at Sporting | OneFootball

Sporting are preparing for the start of the new season with the squad virtually set, but there are still a few situations to resolve regarding players with less room in the main group. Among the names under evaluation are Ricardo Mangas and Georgios Vagiannidis, two full-backs whose futures were at one point in doubt at the end of last season.

However, according to information gathered by newspaper A BOLA, Sporting do not intend, at this stage, to force the departure of either player, even though both were initially placed on the market as possible solutions for adjusting the squad. The club’s hierarchy believes that keeping the pair could be more advantageous, especially given the priorities set for the summer transfer window.

The Lions’ plan is to avoid rushed sales that would force them back into the market for replacements. Sporting’s board intends to direct investment toward other positions, namely to strengthen the attacking flank, with special focus on the left side of the attack. In this way, squad management is being handled cautiously, prioritising stability and financial balance.

However, the situation of Mangas and Vagiannidis still depends on several factors. If financially attractive offers come in, or if the players themselves express a desire to seek new challenges, the scenario could change in the coming weeks. So far, however, no offers considered decisive have reached Sporting’s board.

Direct competition in the full-back positions is already defined, with Iván Fresneda and Maxi Araújo emerging as the main options for the start of the season. Even so, Sporting are still keeping the possibility of Mangas and Vagiannidis staying open.

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