Sporting move in to snatch striker on Benfica's shortlist | OneFootball

Benfica remain attentive to the strikers' market, and one of the names still on the Eagles’ radar is Zan Vipotnik. However, the Eagles are not alone in the race for the Slovenian international, as Sporting are also monitoring the Swansea striker’s situation.

According to information reported by Record, the Lions have identified the player as a possible attacking alternative if Luis Suárez ends up leaving Alvalade in the next transfer window, despite Frederico Varandas having already guaranteed that the Colombian will only leave if his €80 million release clause is met.

The 24-year-old forward is viewed favourably by the rival club’s decision-makers, although there are currently no negotiations under way. Sporting’s interest comes at a time when Benfica are also continuing to keep the player under observation.

The attacker has been linked with the Lisbon club in recent weeks, being considered an interesting profile because of his goalscoring ability. Even so, his recent contract renewal with Swansea has strengthened the Welsh club’s negotiating position, making any potential deal more complex for interested parties.

This season, playing for Swansea, Zan Vipotnik — valued at €22 million — has made 49 appearances: 44 in the Championship, four in the EFL Cup and one in the FA Cup. .

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