Leonino exclusive - Shock transfer makes Varandas, Rui Borges rethink | OneFootball

Sporting have already made the signing of a right wing-back their priority for the summer transfer window, at a time when the structure led by Frederico Varandas is being forced to rethink its plans for next season, Leonino has learned.

Diogo Travassos' move to Braga has completely changed the outlook for the position, since the young player developed at Alcochete was set to join the first-team squad in 2026/27. In addition, the likely departure of Georgios Vagiannidis leaves Rui Borges with only Iván Fresneda as a natural option for the right flank.

According to what our newspaper has learned, Sporting's SAD saw the Portugal Under-21 international as a valid solution after his two loan spells. However, the permanent transfer to the Minho club led to a change in strategy.

Sporting need greater depth to face a season that will once again include domestic and European competitions, and do not want to take risks in a position considered strategic.

With that in mind, the Sporting board are already analysing several profiles to strengthen the flank, Iván Fresneda and provide immediate assurances to coach Rui Borges.

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