Pote and Daniel Bragança may remain at Sporting CP next season, after several transfer attempts that ultimately failed to materialize. Both players have seen their chances of leaving considerably reduced, which increases the likelihood of them staying at Alvalade.
In Pote's case, the transfer to Saudi Arabia was blocked due to the quota of foreign player spots at Saudi clubs being full. The rules of the Saudi league limit the number of non-national players each team can have, which has created obstacles for several players who were being negotiated for that country.
Daniel Bragança faces a different situation, related to his medical history. The 25-year-old midfielder has been affected by injuries lately, which has reportedly put off potential suitors and complicated any negotiation.
Both players had the expectation of leaving Sporting during this transfer window, but circumstances have ultimately limited the available options. The potential retention of Pote and Daniel Bragança in the squad may represent an excess of players in midfield, which may force the club to manage a delicate situation regarding the available minutes for each athlete.
