Jota Silva? Rui Borges speaks out after Sporting v Alverca: What matters | OneFootball

Alisson Santos was in the starting lineup and provided an assist in Sporting’s victory over Alverca (5-1). Asked whether the winger’s opportunities only arose because of the failed signing of Jota Silva, Rui Borges praised the Lions’ number 27.

"Jota is not a Sporting player, it didn’t happen. I admire him a lot, and if he were here, he would have his opportunities. What matters here is Alisson. I keep an eye on him, watching his growth. They earn minutes through daily work. He’s a player like any other," admitted Rui Borges, when asked about the Brazilian’s place in the starting eleven.

The coach also commented on the tight schedule: "That’s not up to me. We have to pay attention to that. We all need to think about how we can improve this issue of overload and the calendar. I believe this trophy should grant access to something, otherwise it devalues the competition. It’s not up to me, so I won’t go into that much further."

This season, wearing Sporting’s shirt, Alisson Santos – valued at 1.5 million euros – has played 12 matches. Over the 271 minutes he has been used by Rui Borges, the Brazilian winger has already scored two goals and provided two assists.

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