Rodrigo Battaglia secures Alvalade move

Rodrigo Battaglia officially signed in at Alvalade this week, making the move to the capital from Sp. Braga. Despite interest from a wealth of club's the Argentinean didn't hesitate to pick Alvalade.

"I am really happy and thankful for the opportunity to represent Sporting CP. I will do my best for this club", affirmed Battaglia after penning the deal, adding: "I have been in Portugal for four years now and I have always thought Sporting CP was a massive club, but now I can see it is even better than I could ever imagine. I have played in Alvalade three times already and really felt the pressure from the fans. They push the players a lot and I can't wait to play here.

Jefferson and Ricardo Esgaio

Sporting Clube de Portugal – Futebol, SAD has reached an agreement with Sporting Clube de Braga – Futebol, SAD for the temporary loan of Jefferson and the permanent transfer of Ricardo Esgaio, with Sporting CP maintaining 20% of the player's economic rights.

Sporting SAD wishes Jefferson and Ricardo Esgaio the best of personal and professional success.

Rodrigo Battaglia

Sporting Clube de Portugal – Futebol, SAD has reached an agreement with Sporting Clube de Braga – Futebol, SAD for the permanent transfer of the player Rodrigo Battaglia. The player has signed a contract valid for 5 seasons, with a release clause of 60,000,000.00€.

Sporting SAD wishes Rodrigo Battaglia the best of professional and personal success.

Filipe Chaby

Sporting Clube de Portugal - Futebol, SAD has reached an agreement with Belenenses Futebol, SAD for the permanent transfer of the player Filipe Chaby, with Sporting SAD remaining with 50% of the player's economic rights.

Sporting SAD wishes Filipe Chaby the best of personal and professional success.

Portuguese table tennis star back in the Portuguese capital after 10 years abroad

Sporting CP secured the services of the Portuguese table tennis star João Monteiro this week, with the national team legend making his return to Alvalade after an extensive period abroad. 

"Of course it is nice to be back home, where I played from 1996 to 2004. After that I decided to move abroad. The club had a great project, particularly internationally, and we want to hit at a European level", said Monteiro after penning his new contract, adding: "The time abroad has made me a better player. I am much better than I was, I have three European titles and a 5th place at the Olympics. I think I can bring quality and experience. With the help of my colleagues hopefully I can get Sporting CP to the top of the European stage."

Rúben Semedo

Sporting Clube de Portugal – Futebol, SAD has reached an agreement with Villarreal Club de Fútbol for the permanent transfer of the athlete Rúben Semedo. the agreement is worth 14,000,000.00€, with Sporting SAD also remaining with a 20% sell-on clause.

Sporting SAD wishes Rúben Semedo the best of personal and professional success.

Hadi Sacko

Sporting Clube de Portugal – Futebol, SAD has reached an agreement with Leeds United FC for the permanent transfer of the athlete Hadi Sacko, following the activation of the option to buy clause. The transfer is valued at 2,000,000.00€, with an additional 1,000,000.00€ based on objectives. The deal also grants Sporting SAD a 20% sell-on clause in any future transfer.

Sporting SAD wishes Hadi Sacko the best of personal and professional success.

Mattheus Oliveira

Sporting Clube de Portugal – Futebol, SAD has reached an agreement with Estoril Praia – Futebol SAD for the permanent transfer of Mattheus Oliveira. The player has signed a contract valid until 2022, with a buy-out clause of 60,000,000.00€.

Sporting SAD wishes Mattheus Oliveira the best of professional and personal success.

Cristiano Piccini

Sporting Clube de Portugal – Futebol, SAD has reached an agreement with Real Betis for the permanent transfer of the player Cristiano Piccini. The player has signed a contract valid until 2022, wih a buy-out clause of 45,000,000.00€.

Sporting SAD wishes Cristiano Piccini the best of professional and personal success.

Central defender arrives from Sp. Braga at the age of 27

Sporting CP has reached an agreement for the central defender André Pinto, with the Portuguese international arriving on a four-year deal from Sp. Braga.

Standing at 1.90m tall, the 27-year old already has quite the name for himself, built up during spells with FC Porto, Vit. Setúbal, Portimonense, Olhanense, Panathinaikos and Sp. Braga.