Despite interest, Maxi Araújo’s new Sporting deal faces delays | OneFootball

The renewal of Maxi Araújo will, for now, be put on hold for a few days. The Uruguayan international has a contract with Sporting valid until June 2029, but the growing interest from Italian clubs such as Napoli and Atalanta, combined with the upcoming World Cup, has led the Sporting board to consider a contractual upgrade for the player.

The management’s intention is to reward the 26-year-old winger by strengthening the terms of his contract and securing an asset that has been gaining international prominence. Maxi should, therefore, be the next case to move forward, after Geny Catamo (contract until 2029) and Francisco Trincão (2030) agreed to extend their respective deals with the Alvalade club.

Maxi Araújo’s name, however, remains highly regarded in the market. In addition to Napoli and Atalanta, Juventus is also monitoring the player’s progress. It would not be surprising, therefore, if a concrete offer emerges, especially if the Uruguayan stands out at the World Cup, a competition that could further boost his visibility.

As for Trincão, he is one of the most valued players in Sporting’s squad, with a solid status and an active market. The renewal is on track, but the Portuguese international is not immune to external interest, in a context where Sporting seeks to balance sporting stability with asset appreciation.

This season with Sporting, Maxi Araújo – valued at 22 million euros – played 31 matches: 19 in Liga Portugal Betclic, eight in the UEFA Champions League, two in the Portuguese Cup, two in the League Cup, and one in the Super Cup. In the 2,407 minutes he was on the pitch, the winger scored five goals and provided four assists.

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