Jota Silva? Rui Borges speaks out after Sporting v Alverca: What matters | OneFootball

Alisson Santos started and provided an assist in Sporting's victory over Alverca (5-1). When asked if the winger's opportunities only arise due to the failure to sign Jota Silva, Rui Borges praised the 'number 27' of the lions.

"Jota is not from Sporting, it didn't happen. I admire him a lot, if he were here, he would have his opportunities. What matters here is Alisson. I keep track, watching the growth. They earn minutes through daily work. He is a player like the others", admitted Rui Borges, when questioned about the Brazilian's starting position.

The coach also commented on the tight schedule: "It's not up to me. We have to pay attention to that. We all need to think about how to improve this issue of overload and the schedule. I am in favor of this trophy granting access to something, otherwise it devalues the competition. It's not up to me, I won't elaborate much on that".

This season, wearing the Sporting jersey, Alisson Santos - valued at 1.5 million euros - has played 12 matches. Over the 271 minutes he was used by Rui Borges, the Brazilian winger has already scored two goals and provided two assists.

The match, counting for the tenth round of the Liga Portugal Betclic, against the team led by Custódio, will be played at the Estádio José Alvalade, at 8:15 PM.

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