Reason behind Geny Catamo’s tears revealed, Sporting face a major headache | OneFootball

Rui Borges may face yet another setback in the coming days. Geny Catamo left the match against Porto last Monday, February 9, with muscle complaints, and may require careful physical management in the immediate future.

The first signs of concern appeared during the final stretch of the match at Estádio do Dragão. In the 82nd minute, the winger showed signs of muscular discomfort and Rui Borges did not hesitate to make a substitution, bringing on Daniel Bragança for the closing moments of the game.

Already on the substitutes’ bench, the tears of the Mozambican international were visible, as he remained with a towel over his head while being comforted by several teammates. At this stage, it is still not possible to determine the severity of the situation. Geny Catamo will be re-evaluated later this afternoon in Alcochete, but it is certain that his physical condition will require extra care, especially given the heavy use and influence he has had in Sporting’s recent matches.

If the winger is indeed unavailable, Luís Guilherme emerges as the main candidate for a starting spot. The Brazilian signing, already used on several occasions down the left flank, could now be an option on the right side, a position where he has shown consistent qualities.

This season, wearing the Sporting shirt, Geny Catamo – valued at 15 million euros – has played 27 matches. In the 1,620 minutes he has spent on the pitch, the left-footer, who is under contract until June 2028, has scored six goals and assisted his teammates on four occasions.

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