Sporting CP join race for Elye Wahi after impressive loan spell at Nice

Ivory Coast international Elye Wahi is attracting fresh transfer interest after a strong loan spell with OGC Nice in Ligue 1, with Portuguese giants Sporting CP now reportedly monitoring the striker’s situation ahead of the summer window.

The forward, who arrived in France on loan from Eintracht Frankfurt last winter, made a solid impact during his short stint at Nice, showing flashes of his pace, movement, and clinical finishing in front of goal.

Wahi ended the campaign with five goals and one assist, a return that underlined his growing confidence and attacking influence despite joining mid-season.

His performances have not gone unnoticed across Europe, with Sporting CP emerging as one of the clubs keen to strengthen their attacking options ahead of the new season. The Portuguese champions are believed to be assessing multiple striker targets as they look to add more depth and firepower to their frontline.

Sporting’s interest adds another layer of uncertainty to Wahi’s future, as his parent club Eintracht Frankfurt are also expected to make a decision regarding his long-term role following his loan spell in France.

The forward’s development has been closely tracked since his breakthrough in Ligue 1, where his pace, direct style, and finishing ability have marked him out as one of the more promising young attackers of his generation.

While Nice benefited from his contributions during the loan spell, it now appears increasingly unlikely that he will remain in France beyond the summer, with several clubs preparing potential moves.

With the transfer window approaching, Wahi’s situation is expected to develop quickly, especially if Sporting CP formalise their interest with an official bid.

For now, the 21-year-old striker finds himself at the centre of growing speculation, with his next move likely to play a key role in shaping the next stage of his European career.