Sporting striker could leave for good, lions bank millions | OneFootball

Rodrigo Ribeiro is very close to continuing his career in Germany on a permanent basis. According to information reported by journalist Florian Plettenberg, Augsburg is preparing to trigger the purchase option included in the loan deal agreed with Sporting.

The 21-year-old forward is on loan at the Bundesliga club until the end of the season and has convinced the German decision-makers during his first few months adapting to German football. The purchase clause was set at €6 million, with an additional percentage from any future sale safeguarded by Sporting.

According to the same source, negotiations with the player are already at a very advanced stage, and Rodrigo Ribeiro wants to stay in Germany. Augsburg is pleased with the progress shown by the young Portuguese player, who has also had the support of coach Manuel Baum, recently confirmed in the role.

Although he only arrived in January, Rodrigo Ribeiro has already made a good impression in Germany. The forward scored two goals in 14 official matches, including a backheel strike that earned praise in the Bundesliga.

Before moving to Germany, the young forward split his minutes between Sporting’s first team and reserve side, in a development path that ultimately opened the door to one of Europe’s top leagues. If the deal is confirmed, Sporting will secure an immediate financial return while still keeping room to profit in the future from the player’s development.

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