Sporting is hoping Fiorentina qualifies for European competitions next season. This is one of the conditions that may dictate Pote's future in Florence, as the Tuscan club can activate a purchase clause for the Portuguese player worth 22.5 million euros.
Pote is currently on loan from Sporting to Fiorentina. The agreement between the two clubs includes a clause that allows the Italian club to buy back the player, depending on certain sporting criteria.
According to the information reported, besides European qualification, the number of games played by Pote may also be a determining factor for the activation of this clause. In other words, the player's performance throughout the season will influence Fiorentina's decision.
Thus, Sporting sees Fiorentina's possible participation in European competitions as an opportunity to guarantee the definitive sale of Pote for that amount, hoping the Italian club meets the necessary requirements to exercise the purchase option.
