Is 'Trincão's lever' at risk for Barça? Sporting CP seeks to retain the Portuguese forward

The FC Barcelona is closely following the situation of Francisco Trincão, why? Despite having let go of the forward a few seasons ago (2023), the possibility of gaining some benefit from his future sale, specifically 50% of the profit, combined with the great performance that the Portuguese is showing at the Sporting CP, makes his sale an option to consider. Therefore, it is not surprising that the azulgrana team is closely monitoring his development with the aim of obtaining economic gains.

TRINCAO'S NUMBERS IN THE 2024-25 SEASON

• Matches 🥅: 42
• Goals ⚽: 9
• Assists 👟: 14
• Minutes played ⌚: 3,634'

However, apparently, the profits that FC Barcelona expected to gain in the upcoming summer market from the sale of Trincão could face serious complications for a specific reason. According to reports from Portugal, particularly the newspaper 'Record', the sports management of Sporting CP is working closely with Jorge Mendes, the winger's agent, to ensure that the Portuguese international extends his contract with the Lisbon team beyond June 30, 2027.

Why could Trincão's renewal complicate Barcelona's desire to cash in on the Portuguese?

This contract extension of Francisco Trincão could represent an obstacle for FC Barcelona, as it would indicate the firm stance of Sporting CP regarding the possible departure of the forward, making clear their intention to retain him. Moreover, if the right winger accepts the offer from the 'Lions', which according to reports from Portugal would include a substantial economic improvement in his contract, along with the symbolic gesture of assigning him the number 10 jersey, it would be an indication of his desire to stay in Lisbon.

This, on the other hand, should not come as too much of a surprise, as at Sporting CP, Trincão has revived after a lackluster stint at FC Barcelona and a loan to Wolverhampton,  regaining his best level as a player. Additionally, he has become one of the standout names in the club's project.

The forward interests several major European clubs, could any sign him?

With all this in mind, it seems that the option for his transfer could become complicated, at least in the upcoming summer market, despite rumors linking AC Milan and the two major Manchester teams as interested in his signing. We will have to wait to see how this situation develops, especially with the possibility that Francisco Trincão may be 'secured' by Sporting CP. 

Will any club try to sign him? Will his release clause (currently at €80M) change if he renews? What is Francisco Trincão's stance on this information? There are many uncertainties that undoubtedly Barcelona will be closely monitoring to see how they are resolved.