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10 Jul 2026 | 18.55
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Francisco Trincao is facing one of the most important decisions of his career. Portugal's elimination in the 2026 World Cup has cleared his schedule and may speed up negotiations involving Sporting de Portugal and Al-Ahli sitting at the same table.
The Saudi team has taken firm steps to sign the 26-year-old winger, one of the most influential players of the Lisbon team. Discussions are progressing, although there is still an economic difference preventing the deal from being closed.
Francisco Trincao, between €45M and Sporting's demands
The initial Saudi offer stands at around €45 million. While this amount is substantial, Sporting aims to raise the deal to €50M, leveraging the fact that the forward is currently in his prime form and holds a long-term contract.
Francisco Trincao extended his contract last March until June 2030 with a release clause of €60 million. His market value is approximately €40M, so the proposal already surpasses that valuation.
The Portuguese club is not in urgent need of a sale and maintains strong negotiation power. However, earning close to €50 million would facilitate new signings and offset other key movements expected in the squad during this transfer window.
Negotiations are ongoing, and a middle ground could be eventually reached. In Saudi Arabia, there is confidence that the player's willingness and a revised offer may unlock a deal that has been taking shape over the past few days.
Al-Ahli offers Francisco Trincao a lucrative contract
The sports and financial project presented by Al-Ahli is hard to overlook. The Portuguese international would receive a significantly higher salary than his current one and would play a prominent role in a league that continues to attract players from top European leagues.
Although the player has not publicly announced his decision, reports from Portugal suggest he is willing to seriously consider the move. The offer could represent the most significant contract of his career and comes after he achieved remarkable competitive maturity.
During the 2025/26 season, the forward played 53 official matches for the Alvalade team, scoring 13 goals. He also netted seven goals and provided eleven assists in the Portuguese league, becoming one of the main creators of offensive plays in the championship.
A historic sale for Sporting de Portugal
His departure would create a significant gap due to his ability to receive between the lines, drive towards the goal, and appear on both flanks. However, a sale for €45 or €50 million would rank among the most relevant operations in the recent history of the Lisbon club.
Sporting de Portugal also believes that now may be the right time to maximize their economic return. Trincao arrived in 2022, rebuilt confidence after spells at Barcelona and Wolverhampton, and evolved into a key player for the team.
For Saudi Arabia, the Portuguese's arrival would mean adding a mature player with international experience and several years of football still ahead. This signing would not be solely based on his name but also on his immediate performance.
The gap between the offer and demand has narrowed, but variables, payment methods, and personal conditions remain to be settled. If discussions continue at the current pace, Francisco Trincao could become one of the major transfers this summer, embarking on a new chapter away from Europe.
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