Breaking news! Sporting with major update on Zalazar case | OneFootball

Sporting have reportedly reached an agreement in principle with Rodrigo Zalazar over the signing of a contract valid until June 2031, bringing the Uruguayan international ever closer to a move to Alvalade. The information was reported by Italian journalist Nicolò Schira, who specializes in the transfer market.

According to the same source, this is an attempt to finally complete the transfer of the 26-year-old midfielder, who remains under contract with Braga until June 2028.

The Uruguayan is protected by a €50 million release clause, although Braga have been open to negotiations for lower amounts. At an early stage, Benfica appeared to be the player’s most likely destination, but the Eagles are said to have dropped out of the race after António Salvador set a financial demand in the region of €30 million.

Sporting are therefore still trying to lower Braga’s asking price, and one of the options on the table involves the inclusion of Diogo Travassos in the deal. The Sporting right-back, who was on loan at Moreirense this season, significantly increased his value over the course of the campaign and could serve as a bargaining chip between the two clubs.

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