Sporting has Zan Vipotnik as a plan B if Luis Suárez leaves.

The future of Luis Suárez at Sporting is shrouded in uncertainty and could significantly impact the transfer market at Alvalade. Despite assurances from president Frederico Varandas, who states that the Colombian forward will only leave if the full release clause of 80 million euros is paid, the club is already preparing alternatives in case the number 97 jersey is negotiated in the upcoming transfer window. One of these alternatives involves young Slovenian forward Zan Vipotnik, a player from Swansea who is attracting strong interest at Alvalade.

Zan Vipotnik, 24, is seen as a potential plan B for the Sporting SAD. The forward, who made a name for himself in the English Championship, has been monitored by the green and white club, although there has been no formal contact to secure his signing so far. This still embryonic phase of the process reveals Sporting’s intention to be prepared for a scenario where Suárez departs, thus ensuring a competitive and promising solution for their attack.

International for Slovenia, Vipotnik has impressive numbers in the 2025/26 season: 25 goals and three assists in 49 matches for Swansea. The forward, valued at around 22 million euros by Transfermarkt, is under contract until 2030 with the team managed by Portuguese coach Vítor Matos, which could complicate negotiations, but does not deter the interest from Sporting. In addition to the Slovenian, Sporting maintains a short list of other potential reinforcements for the attack, demonstrating a rigorous and strategic approach to the market.

This movement comes at a crucial time for Sporting, which wants to ensure stability and strengthen its competitiveness for the upcoming season, whether by retaining Suárez or betting on a new rising star. Fans can expect news, as the management at Alvalade is not willing to miss opportunities to continue fighting for titles and ensure a squad of quality and ambition. The outcome of this dossier promises to shake up the market and will have a direct impact on the future of the Lions’ attack.

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