Morita's new boss blocked Pedro Gonçalves leaving Sporting | OneFootball

Pedro Gonçalves is still on his way out of Sporting and, in addition to strong interest from Saudi Arabia, he has also attracted attention from the Premier League. Hull City were preparing to move forward with an offer for the Portugal international, but a change in the structure of the English club has put the process on hold.

Jared Dublin, the former sporting director of the club newly promoted to the top flight of English football, was a big admirer of Pote’s qualities and had already instructed the board to submit an offer.

Hull City were reportedly ready to offer around €20 million, an amount that matches the minimum figure Sporting are willing to accept to let their 'number 8' leave. Sporting’s SAD is aiming for €30 million, but is open to negotiating a fee between €20 million and €25 million depending on performance-related targets.

A possible return by the English club to the race would be appealing to Pedro Gonçalves, who would not hesitate at the chance to compete in the Premier League. The move would also allow him to reunite with Hidemasa Morita, who left Alvalade at the end of his contract to fulfil his dream of playing in English football.

While the Hull City scenario remains on hold, the player still has two options in Saudi Arabia. Al Ittihad and Al Diriyah, the side managed by Bruno Lage, remain interested and are trying to reach an agreement to secure the forward before the start of the league season.

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