87 goals later, Sporting star pens new deal but keeps €80m release clause | OneFootball

Pedro Gonçalves has renewed his contract with Sporting until 2030. The previous contract of the 27-year-old footballer was valid for two more seasons and had a release clause set at 80 million euros, which remains unchanged despite the new agreement now signed.

"It is always a proud moment to renew with the club of my heart and to continue playing for Sporting. I have felt that the Club, the President, and everyone involved likes that I am part of this story. I am very proud, it’s a club I love," he told the club’s media.

The player said that the path he has taken at Alvalade was much better than he imagined: "I never even expected to reach such a big club as Sporting. I am happy to make my own history and my own path. The most important thing is to bring trophies to the Club and, one day, go to the Sporting Museum and see my name there."

Pote highlighted the evolution that has taken place in various areas over the past five years: "We feel that it is a stable club. There have been changes at the José Alvalade Stadium, works at the Cristiano Ronaldo Academy. A lot has changed, I see the Club growing and that is the most important thing, especially because Sporting has to be one of the best clubs in Portugal and in Europe," he said.

The 'number 8' - who was called up to the National Team - said that winning the third consecutive championship is the main goal for this season: "We are going to give our all to win (...) Individually, it has been a good season and one of my best starts. I will do my best to keep it going," he said, leaving a message for the fans: "Keep supporting us as you have done so far. Believe in the team because you will be very important throughout the season. We need everyone with us. The fans are the strongest side of the Club," he concluded.

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