Sporting and Real Madrid in tug-of-war for 20-goal star | OneFootball

The Spanish press acknowledge a tug-of-war between Sporting and Real Madrid over the signing of Sergio Arribas. The attacking midfielder, who plays for Almería, has stood out this season and has already attracted the Lions’ interest ahead of the next transfer window.

According to Spanish newspaper Marca, Sporting have been closely monitoring the player’s development and view a possible summer move favourably. However, Real Madrid remain connected to the player, as they still hold 50% of his economic rights, meaning they could benefit financially from any future transfer and Pote could end up being affected.

Almería, for their part, do not intend to make the player’s departure easy. With a contract valid until 2029 and a release clause set at €40 million, the Spanish club are aiming for high figures in any potential negotiation, making it unlikely they would accept offers below €25 million.

"Sporting of Portugal, specialists in scouring the Segunda División market (they already signed Suárez and later Faye from Granada in the winter transfer window), are closely following Arribas’ progress and would love to sign him in the next transfer window. Meanwhile, Real Madrid remain very attentive to the situation of their former academy player, since they own 50% of his rights and could receive a significant amount from a future transfer. With a contract until 2029 and a €40 million release clause, it seems unlikely that he will leave for less than €25 million", it reads.

This season, playing for Almería, Sergio Arribas – valued at €15 million – has made 33 appearances: 32 in the Spanish second division and one in the Copa del Rey.

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