Sporting save a fortune as big earners depart | OneFootball

Sporting continue to reshape the squad for the new season and, in addition to the millions brought in through transfers, the SAD led by Frederico Varandas is preparing a significant reduction in the wage bill. The departures of some of the team’s main figures free up financial room to go after new signings and renew contracts considered a priority.

Among the players already transferred, Francisco Trincão and Morten Hjulmand top the list of the squad’s highest earners. The winger was earning around €3 million net per season before moving to Al Ahli, while the former captain was making more than €2 million net per year before his transfer to Atlético Madrid. Ricardo Mangas, who was on loan at Monza, also no longer represents a wage cost for the Lions.

However, the financial overhaul is not over yet. Pote is very close to joining Al Ittihad, while Ousmane Diomande is still negotiating a move to Nottingham Forest. Both are among the best-paid players in the squad and, if the deals go through, will allow Sporting to cut wage costs even further.

In total, Sporting’s structure is expected to save around €20 million gross in wages, an amount that will give it greater spending power in this market. The strategy is to channel part of that financial breathing room into new signings, but also into rewarding players seen as key to the team’s future.

Maxi Araújo. In this way, Sporting aim to maintain a competitive core, reward the most important members of the squad, and build a team capable of fighting again for the biggest titles.

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