Sporting: The Hidden Detail in Altimira's Deal

Sporting has finalized the transfer of Altimira from Betis for a fixed fee of €18 million, plus an additional €2 million in variables. However, a detail uncovered by A BOLA reveals the conviction of both clubs that the 24-year-old Spanish midfielder possesses significant room for growth. Beyond his on-field contributions, he is expected to generate future financial returns for the Lions. Indeed, sources indicate that the Seville-based club, in their agreement with Sporting, has secured a 12.5 percent sell-on clause for any future profit.

This particular clause was a key factor in reaching an understanding after extensive negotiations, especially with German club RB Leipzig consistently monitoring the situation.

In Sporting's initial formal offer to Betis, the proposed figures were €14 million, with an additional €3 million in variables. The Andalusian club rejected this, deeming it too low, but discussions continued.

Last week, Betis communicated that they would only accept Altimira's transfer for a fixed €18 million, plus €2 million in easily achievable objectives and another sum for more challenging targets. Sporting considered these figures high, aware that Betis needed to secure significant financial income by Tuesday, June 30th, to meet LaLiga's requirements. Following intense negotiations, an agreement was finally reached.

The process is now nearing completion, with Altimira currently in Catalonia, his home region, awaiting instructions to travel to Lisbon. There, he will undergo medical examinations and sign a contract valid until 2031, which will include an €80 million release clause. However, this will only occur once both clubs definitively seal the agreement, which could happen as early as this Thursday.