Leonino
·10 August 2026
Irankunda yet to sign for Sporting, find out what's missing

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·10 August 2026

Nestory Irankunda is very close to being officially announced as Sporting’s new signingSporting. The Australian winger already has everything agreed with the Lions, and there is also an agreement between the Alvalade club and Watford for the player’s transfer in this summer market.
The deal is expected to be completed for €15 million, with a further €3 million possible depending on the achievement of objectives. With all parties aligned, the process now depends only on the final bureaucratic procedures before the move to Alvalade is officially announced.
Irankunda has already said goodbye to his current club. The 20-year-old bid farewell to his teammates and is now waiting for the exchange of documentation between Sporting and Watford, a necessary step to formally complete the transfer.
Once that stage is completed, the Australian international is expected to travel to Lisbon, where he will undergo the usual medical examinations before signing for Sporting. The player is thus preparing to begin a new chapter in his career and come under Rui Borges’ command.
Capable of playing on both attacking flanks and also in a more central position behind the striker, Irankunda offers several options for Sporting’s attack. Last season, the winger featured in 42 matches, scoring four goals and providing four assists.
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