Žan Vipotnik gains momentum at Sporting to replace Luis Suárez | OneFootball

Luis Suárez continues to be linked with a move away from Sporting in this summer transfer window and, although Frederico Varandas has already guaranteed that the Colombian striker will only leave Alvalade if his release clause is paid, the Lions’ officials are working behind the scenes to prepare for every scenario.

With that in mind, Zan Vipotnik has emerged as one of the strongest candidates to replace the 'number 97' if a transfer goes through. The information was reported by Correio da Manhã and confirmed by Record, which places the Slovenian international among the forwards most admired by the green-and-white hierarchy.

By all accounts, the Swansea player is already being closely monitored by Sporting's scouting department. However, at this stage, there has still been no formal approach to the English club or the player’s representatives.

The 24-year-old striker is seen as a profile capable of fitting Rui Borges’ ideas and appears as one of the alternatives being considered should Luis Suárez leave Alvalade during the summer break. Despite Vipotnik being well placed on the list of possible signings, he is not the only name being analysed by the Lions’ officials. Sporting continue to monitor the market and have other options identified for the attack.

The season produced by the Slovenian international helps explain the interest. Playing for Swansea, Zan Vipotnik - valued at €22 million - recorded 25 goals and three assists in 49 matches during the 2025/26 season, establishing himself as one of the standout figures in the Welsh side.

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