Sporting seal another signing, with help from... Luís Guilherme | OneFootball

Sporting continue to prepare for next season at great speed and have already wrapped up two signings for 2026/27. After securing Rodrigo Zalazar, the Lions are also very close to guaranteeing the arrival of Pedro Lima, a midfielder who currently plays for Aves SAD.

In Zalazar’s case, the process is practically complete after his medical examinations and visit to the Cristiano Ronaldo Academy in Alcochete. Pedro Lima, meanwhile, is expected to sign a contract in the coming hours, reports newspaper A Bola, and will also be tied to Sporting for five seasons. The agreement between the Lions and AVS is in its final stages, and the deal could reach €4 million.

The 23-year-old Brazilian midfielder has already agreed all contractual details with Sporting’s SAD. The signing comes in response to Hidemasa Morita’s departure, with the structure led by Frederico Varandas looking for new solutions for Rui Borges’ midfield.

Pedro Lima’s name gained momentum after the meetings between Sporting and AVS, both in the Portuguese Cup and in the league. The green-and-white scouting department was pleased with the Brazilian’s performances in those matches and kept the player under observation before definitively moving forward with the signing.

Unlike Morita, Pedro Lima has more offensive and vertical characteristics. The Brazilian can play as an No. 8 or No. 10 midfielder, standing out for his ability to carry the ball, speed up transitions, and appear in finishing areas. At Alvalade, they believe the player will add creativity and unpredictability to Sporting’s midfield.

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