Exclusive Leonino - Francisco Trincão enduring a nightmare at Sporting | OneFootball

The physical wear and tear of Francisco Trincão is worrying Sporting’s technical staff, Leonino has learned. The Lions’ number 17 has been one of the most in-demand players at the start of this season, having started in Rui Borges’ starting eleven in every match so far.

According to our newspaper’s findings, the 25-year-old Portuguese international is showing a high level of fatigue, even though the 2025/26 season is still in its early stages, as a result of the number of minutes he has played. As such, the club’s top officials are highly concerned about the player’s physical condition.

The high rate of use of Francisco Trincão at the start of the season stems from Rui Borges. The Sporting coach sees his playmaker as an essential element in the Lions’ attacking play, considering him an undisputed starter, with the forward’s performances proving decisive for the team’s style of play.

As an example of his importance, the club’s management intends to extend the contract with their number 17, just as they did with Pote. To convince the player, the club plans to offer a salary increase, a new release clause set at 100 million euros, and a place among the team captains.

This season, wearing Sporting’s shirt, Francisco Trincão – valued at 35 million euros – has played 11 matches. At the start of the season, the Portuguese international forward has started every official game, already recording five goals and three assists.

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