Morita contract talks: Sporting linchpin sets the record straight | OneFootball

Hidemasa Morita’s contract with Sporting ends at the conclusion of the current season and, as far as is known, the Japanese international has no intention of renewing with the Lions. Rui Borges was questioned about the subject and whether there is still a possibility for Morita to change his mind.

"Morita? We wanted to count on him in the same way, and we continue to believe he will be an important player because everything he brings is important for the group, both in terms of technical and human qualities. From the beginning of the season, he was identified as an important player," the coach emphasized.

Furthermore, Rui Borges also spoke about the rise of João Simões, who has been sharing a spot with Morita at Sporting: "I think that throughout the season, Simões was considered a solution. He was considered a first-team player. That still stands. He is in a good individual moment. His rise is natural. It’s not about age, but about his ability to show himself."

Sporting will be back on the pitch next Saturday, November 8, against Santa Clara. The match, part of the 11th round of the Liga Portugal Betclic, against the team led by Vasco Matos, will be played at Estádio de São Miguel at 8:30 p.m.

At the moment, the green and whites occupy second place in the National Championship table, with 25 points. Benfica is in third with 24, while Porto leads the competition with 28 points.

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