Leonino exclusive: Rui Borges relieved by Sporting player's bad World Cup | OneFootball

The World Cup ultimately had a positive impact on Sporting's interests regarding Ousmane Diomande. Rui Borges was 'relieved' by the centre-back's limited involvement with Ivory Coast, Leonino has learned.

However, his limited time on the pitch (just 90 minutes) in four possible matches ended up preventing that scenario, stopping him from gaining greater prominence in the eyes of Europe’s top football clubs. In this way, Sporting’s board is viewing the course of events positively.

The 22-year-old centre-back remains tied to Sporting until 2030 and has a release clause set at €80 million, figures that show the importance the Club places on the player. For now, according to what our newspaper has learned, staying at Alvalade appears to be the most likely scenario.

the World Cup ultimately worked in the Lions’ favour, leaving the defender closer to continuing in green and white.

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