Hours before deadline, Sporting reject €40m bid plus starter bonuses | OneFootball

Sunderland have renewed their push for Geny Catamo and submitted a new offer to Sporting for the Mozambican winger. The proposal, however, failed to convince the Lions' board, since the fee would only reach €40 million if certain targets are met, falling short of the amount sought by the green-and-whites.

According to information reported by A Bola, the English club had previously come forward with an offer of €30 million fixed, with a further €10 million in add-ons. In this second approach, the English club increased the fixed component but reduced the amount set aside for bonuses, a scenario that once again did not win the approval of the Lions.

The club’s stance therefore remains unchanged. Given the gap between Sporting’s demands and the proposal submitted by the Premier League side, the possibility of the Mozambique international staying at the Alvalade club is gaining momentum.

Geny Catamo remains an important player for Rui Borges and has started the season well. Last season, the winger featured in 47 matches, contributing eight goals and four assists. In 2026/27, he has already made two appearances and provided two assists.

Meanwhile, Rui Borges received an important assurance from the Sporting hierarchy, led by Frederico Varandas. Besides Geny Catamo, Gonçalo Inácio is also considered a key figure, so the pair will not be leaving Alvalade in the final stretch of the transfer window.

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