Sporting injury doubt unlikely to return for Rui Borges before April | OneFootball

Geovany Quenda's last game for Sporting dates back to December 5, 2025. On that day, Rui Borges brought the young winger on at the 60th minute of the derby against Benfica, during the 13th round of the Primeira Liga, held at Estádio da Luz, which ended in a 1-1 draw. There are now new explanations as to why he has not yet returned to Portugal after recovering under Chelsea's supervision.

According to BBC Sport, the Blues' management has been closely monitoring the player's physical progress and intends to keep him in England until the end of the next international break, which is expected to occur at the beginning of April.

This means that Quenda will remain unavailable for Rui Borges' selections, at least for Sporting's next three matches: the two games against Bodø/Glimt, in the Champions League round of 16, and the away match against Alverca, for the 27th round of the league.

If the recovery continues as planned, the 18-year-old's return to the squad could happen at the beginning of April, in the home game against Santa Clara. From then on, he could become an additional offensive option for the final stretch of the season, at a time when the Lions are still competing for the League, the Portuguese Cup, and in European competitions.

During his time in London, Quenda has also been preparing for his permanent move to England. According to the same publication, the young player has been handling various bureaucratic matters, from documentation to housing search, and has already met some future teammates and the Chelsea coaching staff, led by Liam Rosenior. For now, no loan is planned when he begins his adventure at Stamford Bridge.

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