Striker in Lisbon to join Sporting, says he’s very happy | OneFootball

Sporting is about to officially announce the signing of Souleymane Faye. The Senegalese player has already arrived in Lisbon to undergo the usual medical exams and become a player for the green and white club. Upon his arrival in the Portuguese capital, the athlete did not hide his excitement.

"I am very happy to be here, very pleased. I want to help the team. They told me a lot about Sporting, it’s a great team with amazing fans." The Senegalese forward revealed that the integration process has already begun, confirming direct contact with the new coach of the Lions: "Yes, I spoke with him", said the player about Rui Borges. Although he admitted that the last few days "haven’t been easy" due to the drawn-out negotiations between the clubs, the forward stated that he is "eager" to start working at the Alcochete Academy.

Regarding his characteristics and what he can offer the group, the young footballer was clear in his introduction to the fans: "I am a physical player. I can give a lot to the team. Hopefully, we will be champions. But right now, I want to help the team," he concluded.

The agreement between Granada and Sporting was sealed for a fee of 6.5 million euros, which could rise to eight depending on objectives met. The Spanish club also secured the right to 10% of any future capital gain in the event of a transfer to another club.

This season, wearing the Granada shirt, Souleymane Faye – valued at 1.5 million euros – played 21 matches: 19 in the second division and two in the Copa del Rey. In the 1,649 minutes he was on the field, the forward scored two goals and provided six assists.

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