Leonino exclusive: Fresneda set to stay at Sporting, surprise reason | OneFootball

Iván Fresneda continues to attract interest from abroad, but the injury that kept him out of the final matches of the season has ended up stalling potential moves in the market, Leonino has learned. Several clubs have kept the right-back on their radar, but chose to postpone any more concrete approach until there are full guarantees regarding the player's physical recovery.

The Spaniard ended the season under the care of the medical department after suffering an adductor injury in April, a problem that prevented him from taking part in the final stretch of the campaign. Although his recovery is progressing within the expected timeframe, the situation has led some interested parties to put the file on hold.

The administration led by Frederico Varandas sees the scenario as natural and even somewhat satisfying. Internally, there is a belief that Fresneda will be one of the team's standout figures in 2026/27, and the player's stay is seen as excellent news for Rui Borges.

Iván Fresneda - valued at €15 million - made 39 appearances in a Sporting shirt during the 2025/26 season: 23 in Liga Portugal, 10 in the Champions League, four in the Portuguese Cup, one in the League Cup and another in the Super Cup.

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