Sporting midfielder could join Moreirense this summer, but only if... | OneFootball

Manuel Mendonça could leave Sporting in this transfer window to join Moreirense. The 21-year-old attacking midfielder is on the radar of the Minho club, which is considering making a move for his signing.

The information was reported by newspaper O Jogo, which reveals that the player’s possible arrival depends, however, on some departures from the Cónegos squad. Jimi Gower is one of the footballers whose future remains undecided, and a transfer could open up space for Manuel Mendonça.

The youngster has been linked to Sporting since 2017 and has spent much of his development in the green-and-whites’ youth teams. Last season, he was regularly part of the B team’s options, then under João Gião.

In total, Manuel Mendonça made 31 appearances for Sporting’s B team in 2025/26, recording one goal and three assists. His performances have now attracted the attention of Moreirense, which is looking to fine-tune its squad for the new season.

If the deal goes through, the midfielder will have the opportunity to make the step up to a Primeira Liga environment. For now, the process still depends on internal movements within the Moreira de Cónegos side, but there could be news soon.

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