Despite renewals, some players still slip through Sporting’s fingers | OneFootball

In recent months, Sporting’s SAD has been advancing with a process of contractual protection for the club’s main assets, covering both first-team players and young talents who have alternated between the A team and the youth ranks.

In this context, names such as Ousmane Diomande, Gonçalo Inácio, João Simões, Pote, Geny Catamo, and Francisco Trincão have already agreed to new terms with the club’s management. At the same time, academy players like Eduardo Felicíssimo, Flávio Gonçalves, and Gabriel Silva have also seen their contracts adjusted.

There are, however, still some cases under review, especially players whose contracts expire in 2027. Daniel Bragança is one such case. The midfielder recently returned to competition after a long injury layoff and has been regularly used, already scoring two goals since his comeback. His current deal remains valid for two more seasons, with no agreement for renewal at this time.

Nuno Santos is in a similar situation. The winger was sidelined for about 15 months, also due to physical problems, and has recently returned to Rui Borges’ options – who has three reinforcements in mind for next season. Also under contract until 2027 with a release clause set at 60 million euros, the player continues to be considered an important part of the group, both on and off the pitch.

With longer contracts are Iván Fresneda and Eduardo Quaresma. Both are tied to Sporting until June 2028 and have clauses of 80 million euros. This contractual margin provides peace of mind to the SAD, which is closely monitoring the market, especially since both players have already attracted interest from foreign clubs.

As for imminent renewals, Francisco Trincão is expected to be the next to see his new contract made official, with an extension until 2030 and a salary increase, while the release clause remains unchanged. Geny Catamo’s contract terms have already been revised, although there has been no formal announcement from the club.

Another name under observation is Maxi Araújo. The Uruguayan international has a contract valid until 2029, but his recent performances have attracted the attention of Italian clubs. In a year marked by the World Cup, Sporting’s SAD is more focused than ever on the management and appreciation of its assets, bearing in mind that there are still cases to resolve.

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