Sabino rewarded: São Paulo hand defender new two-year deal | OneFootball

São Paulo announced on Saturday night (28) the contract renewal of defender Sabino, whose previous deal was set to expire at the end of this year, extending it until December 31, 2028. The 29-year-old player is one of the most utilized athletes by Hernán Crespo in the coach’s second spell at São Paulo.

Sabino has played in 37 of the 45 matches under the Argentine manager, starting in 32 of them. He seems to have firmly secured his spot in Crespo’s team, standing out as one of the highlights of the defense at the start of this season. The defender emphasized his resilience in achieving success at São Paulo.

“I am very happy with the renewal; it is an achievement for me within the club, and I hope to give back in the best possible way on the field. I see it as a reward for my resilience, for waiting for the right moment. I thank God for everything He has done in my life, for placing me in a great club like São Paulo, and everyone who has been part of this great dream,” said the number 35.

“This renewal is a source of satisfaction for us, a recognition of Sabino’s commitment to the institution. He has been an important part of the team, and we believe he can contribute even more,” stated president Harry Massis Júnior.

“Sabino earned his place on the field. With hard work and great respect for the shirt he wears, he has become not only one of our players with the most minutes but also a behavioral reference within the group. We are very happy to renew his contract,” added executive Rui Costa.

Sabino joined the Morumbi club in March 2024, initially on a three-month trial contract. At the time, he was in the final stages of recovering from surgery on his left foot, performed in December 2023 while he was playing for Sport Recife.

After regaining fitness, becoming available to Luis Zubeldía, and making his debut in the 3-1 victory over Águia de Marabá in Belém for the Copa do Brasil on May 2, 2024, Sabino extended his contract until December 31, 2024, and later until December 2026. In total, Sabino has played 71 matches for Tricolor, scoring three goals and providing one assist.

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