BRUNO FERNANDES is reportedly still available – despite signing a new deal with Sporting Lisbon.
He had been on the radar of several Premier League teams since last summer so it was assumed his new contract would have ended the rumours.
Fernandes’ extension with Sporting is a blow to Premier League teams Tottenham and Manchester United.Credit: Getty – Contributor
But, Sporting are believed to be in financial difficulty and could still be forced to cash in on the 25-year-old.
Fernandes has put pen to paper on an extension until June 2023, with his release clause has been bumped up from £65million to £85m.
According to Portuguese newspaper Record, Sporting may still be willing to sell for £60m.
Fernandes scored 32 goals last season and has nine goals to his name already this campaign.
He also helped Portugal win the inaugural Uefa Nation’s League during the summer.
Fernandes has said he feels ‘privileged’ to stay with Sporting for another four years.
His told the club’s website: ”It’s a pride for me and a recognition of my work; it’s a sign that I’m doing things well.
”I have been trying my best to do what is best for the club. It is for what I did on the pitch, but also showed that I liked Sporting CP and took pride in representing the club I represent.
”For me it is, and always will be, a privilege to be here and be able to wear the Sporting CP jersey.
”You can expect more and better. I promise the same delivery and dedication so we can have more moments of glory as we had last season”.
Source: Soccer - thesun.co.uk
