Sporting sub steps up, demands starting spot from Rui Borges | OneFootball

Alisson Santos is focused on taking advantage of the injuries to Pedro Gonçalves and Fotis Ioannidis, according to Leonino. The Brazilian intends to be useful to Rui Borges and establish himself as a starter for the green and whites, not only gaining more minutes but also more space.

So far, Alisson Santos – who has been in the international spotlight – has earned some opportunities from Rui Borges. However, the winger has only started twice: against Paços de Ferreira (3rd round of the Portuguese Cup) and Alverca (Quarter-finals of the League Cup). The truth is, in both matches, the Brazilian provided an assist.

Despite playing 15 games, Alisson Santos has only accumulated 305 minutes in a Sporting shirt. The fact is that the Brazilian's performance calls for more playing time from Rui Borges, since his two goals (Kairat and Marseille) and two assists (Moreirense and Alverca) mean he is involved in a goal every 76 minutes.

Now, with the relatively long-term injuries to Pote and Fotis Ioannidis, Alisson Santos believes he will have more opportunities as a starter for Sporting. The winger is willing to play on the left flank, a position usually reserved for Pedro Gonçalves, or even on the right.

Alisson Santos – valued at 2.5 million euros – joined Sporting this season from Leiria. In the 15 matches in which he was an option for Rui Borges (nine in Liga Portugal Betclic, four in the Champions League, one in the Portuguese Cup, and one in the League Cup), the 23-year-old Brazilian scored two goals and provided two assists.

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