Sporting's top player leaves emotional note: Thank you, Sporting | OneFootball

Maxi Araújo marked two years since joiningSporting with a message posted on social media. The Uruguayan international, valued at €40 million, looked back on his journey at Alvalade, highlighting the titles won, the European nights, and the way he was welcomed in Lisbon.

"Two years in green and white. Two years being a Lion. And the same desire to keep giving everything for this shirt. Two years ago, this story began. I arrived in Lisbon with my heart full of hope and with the desire to live up to this enormous shirt. Since then, we have lived incredible moments: we became champions of Portugal, lifted the Portuguese Cup, and enjoyed unforgettable Champions League nights!!", he wrote.

The Uruguayan - who renewed with the Lions - stressed, however, that the experience goes far beyond the trophies won and the matches played: "But these two years mean much more: the people I met along the way, a city that welcomed me with open arms, and the affection of every Sporting fan, which made me feel at home from the very first day. Today I look back with pride, but above all with gratitude. To God, to my family, to my teammates, to everyone who is part of the club, and to you, for always being with me."

Maxi Araújo also had a special word for his partner, crediting her with an important role in the journey he has made in Portugal: "None of this would have been possible without my companion on this journey. We always dreamed of living this story together and I am more than grateful for everything you have done for me! I love you."

"The best is yet to come." Maxi Araújo also added a biblical passage, from Psalm 126:3: "The Lord has done great things for us, and therefore we are glad."

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