Diogo Costa contract talks ongoing, no agreement reached yet | OneFootball

The renewal of Diogo Costa is not yet concluded. It cannot be described as a stalemate, as negotiations between the SAD, the player, and his representatives are ongoing, but there is still no basic understanding and obstacles remain to be resolved. The management led by André Villas-Boas expected to secure the captain's signature by the end of October, which did not happen; when number 99 returns from the national team, there will be new rounds of dialogue to try to reach a successful conclusion.

Francesco Farioli has already publicly expressed his support for the renewal, and the SAD has made significant efforts, recently presenting a new proposal that seeks to accommodate the player's interests, making him the highest-paid player on the team. The new contract, as our newspaper reported, extends until 2030, three more years compared to the current one. The release clause of 75 million euros may be revised downwards, but this is considered a secondary aspect.

The renewal of Diogo Costa is seen as a priority for the club, and his continuity was internally regarded as one of the best operations of the summer market. In a year when the captain's leadership has been affirmed, the SAD's intention is to recognize the role of number 99 in the team and the club, as well as his dedication and professionalism, by offering him a salary commensurate with his status.

Talks began in August when Diogo Costa received the first renewal proposal, and they continue, indicating that an agreement may be close.

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