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Sporting CP set to exceed €100M in summer transfer revenue with Pedro Gonçalves sale
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Sporting CP is on the verge of surpassing €100 million in total transfer revenue this summer, following the expected departure of star forward Pedro Gonçalves. The 28-year-old, under contract until 2030, has reportedly decided to seek a new challenge. According to Portuguese outlet A Bola, agent Jorge Mendes is managing the transfer, with several Saudi Pro League clubs interested, notably Al Diriyah, coached by Bruno Lage. Sporting hopes to receive between €20 million and €30 million for Gonçalves, adding to the €80 million already secured from the sales of Morten Hjulmand to Atlético Madrid and Francisco Trincão to Al Ahli. Gonçalves, a key figure in Sporting's revival, leaves after 239 appearances, 97 goals, 66 assists, and three Portuguese league titles.
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By Allan Brevi | 21/07 - 19:30 | 1 min read
Sporting CP is on the verge of closing another major deal in what has been a highly profitable summer transfer window.
Following the departures of Morten Hjulmand to Atlético Madrid and Francisco Trincão to Al Ahli, Pedro Gonçalves is now expected to leave Lisbon in the coming days.
According to A Bola, negotiations are being handled by agent Jorge Mendes, with several Saudi Arabian clubs expressing interest. Al Diriyah, coached by Bruno Lage, currently leads the race for the Portuguese international.
Transfer Details
- Contract: Pedro Gonçalves is under contract with Sporting until 2030, having signed an extension last year.
- Player Decision: The 28-year-old forward has reportedly decided to seek a new challenge.
- Expected Fee: Sporting hopes to recover between €20 million and €30 million from the transfer.
Sporting's Summer Revenue
With the sales of Hjulmand and Trincão already generating €80 million in fixed fees, the potential departure of Pedro Gonçalves would push Sporting's total summer revenue beyond €100 million.
Legacy at Alvalade
A defining figure in Sporting's resurgence, Pedro Gonçalves leaves behind an impressive record:
- 239 matches
- 97 goals
- 66 assists
- Multiple trophies, including three Portuguese league titles
Published on 21/07/2026 at 19:30 — Updated on 21/07/2026 at 19:31
Source
Foot Mercato : Info Transferts Football - Actu Foot TransfertWestern
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