Sporting signing throws a spanner in the works for Rui Borges | OneFootball

Luís Guilherme, a 19-year-old Brazilian winger, signed from West Ham at the beginning of January, has already started to make his mark at Sporting and promises to be a strategic piece in the club's fight for its goals this season, including titles and a long-term project, being a viable option for Rui Borges.

After a discreet stint in English football, the coach sees in Luís Guilherme a technically gifted talent, capable of adding depth, creativity, and imbalance to the offensive line. He arrived at Alvalade at a time when the team was weakened by an unusual wave of injuries and was looking to energize the offensive game with new solutions, especially on the wings. His first appearances (against Casa Pia and Arouca) were marked not only by the mobility he offered but also by his involvement in the offensive game, with good movements.

These signs coincide, interestingly, with the return of Pote, a key figure on the left side of the attack. According to gathered information, Rui Borges has a well-defined plan for the Brazilian's development, which even began to be implemented in Arouca.

The young Brazilian forward will indeed be part of the plans for the attack. He is projected to be an influential piece. And if Pote, in the best physical condition, will naturally be indisputable in the attack, the entry of the winger will, in turn, allow rotation in other sectors. The return of the Portuguese international does not mean the end of Luís Guilherme's aspirations at Sporting, but it raises the level of competition.

This season, Luís Guilherme - valued at 10 million euros - with the Sporting and West Ham jersey, has eight official matches: Five in the Premier League, two in Liga Portugal Betclic, and one in the League Cup. The young player, trained at Palmeiras, has accumulated 268 minutes.

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