Leonino exclusive - Iván Fresneda sale could spark Sporting revamp | OneFootball

If Iván Fresneda is sold this summer, Sporting will go into the market for a starter, Leonino has learned. The green-and-white hierarchy has reportedly decided that only one player will have a place in Rui Borges’ squad next season: Georgios Vagiannidis or Diogo Travassos.

will be part of Rui Borges’ plans next season. As such, one of the current right-backs will end up being let go due to the obvious lack of room among the technical options available.

At this stage, Iván Fresneda has some international interest, a factor that could help facilitate a permanent transfer away from Sporting. The youngster has been closely monitored by several Spanish, Italian and even English clubs. However, the recent injury that will keep the ‘number 22’ out for the rest of the season could put a possible transfer in doubt.

As for Georgios Vagiannidis, the Greece international arrived at Alvalade during last summer’s transfer window. However, he has yet to establish himself as an undisputed option under Rui Borges. Usually overlooked in favor of the former Valladolid player and even Eduardo Quaresma, he still has not fully convinced, making his position very fragile in the current squad hierarchy.

It is worth remembering that Sporting renewed Diogo Travassos’ contract until 2030, setting a release clause of €80 million, a clear sign of the club hierarchy’s confidence in the potential of a player who continues to grow and justify that faith.

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