Sporting line up €20m bid, but he’s not Altimira’s top choice | OneFootball

Sporting continue to work on Morten Hjulmand’s succession, and Sergi Altimira remains one of the leading names to strengthen the Lions’ midfield. The green-and-white officials are continuing talks with Betis and admit they may move closer to €20 million in an attempt to secure the player’s signing.

Although the Spanish outlet El Desmarque reported that the Lions have already submitted an offer above that amount, the information gathered points to a different scenario. The proposal has not yet been formalized, although it could emerge in the coming days, after an initial bid of €14 million plus add-ons was rejected by the Spaniards.

For their part, Betis want to speed up the process at this stage, mainly because they need to complete a major sale before June 30, the date marking the close of the Andalusian club’s annual financial year.

However, Sporting are not alone in the race. Leipzig remain alert to Altimira’s situation and could step in more aggressively now that they have officially appointed Martin Demichelis as their new coach. The Argentine manager will have an important say in the Germans’ decision over a possible move for the 24-year-old midfielder.

If Leipzig submit an offer that meets Betis’ demands, the deal could become more complicated for the Lions. In addition to the Germans’ financial strength, Sergi Altimira views a move to the Bundesliga favorably, a league which, according to the available information, is currently his preferred destination.

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