Sporting player set for pay rise sooner than expected | OneFootball

Eduardo Quaresma once again took on a leading role in Sporting’s victory over Gil Vicente, and the centre-back’s performance ended up further strengthening the Lions’ board’s intention to extend the player’s contract. The defender scored the first goal in the 3-0 win with a commanding header in the 15th minute, following a corner taken by Pedro Gonçalves.

The moment sent Alvalade into raptures and reminded fans of another decisive goal against the same opponent last season, when Sporting took a crucial step towards winning back-to-back titles. Once again, Quaresma stepped up at a key moment and cemented his status as one of the fans’ most beloved figures.

The growing importance of the Portugal international is also now being felt off the pitch. According to the newspaper A Bola, the administration led by Frederico Varandas has put forward a contract renewal proposal until 2031, even though the player’s current deal runs until 2028.

The new contract comes as recognition of the progress shown by the defender, who came through the Cristiano Ronaldo Academy after joining at just 10 years old. At 24, Quaresma has become an important player in Rui Borges’ team, standing out not only for his defensive consistency, but also for his tactical versatility.

Alongside the renewal, Sporting also intend to substantially improve the centre-back’s salary conditions. Even so, the release clause is expected to remain set at €80 million, a figure considered balanced by both parties given the market reality for players in that position.

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