Islam Slimani’s time in Portugal with Sporting seems limited, as several clubs are eyeing the Algerian striker following his strong World Cup showing with Algeria.
Transfer fee: Originally valued at €7 million before the World Cup, Slimani’s price has risen to around €12 million due to his improved reputation.
Interest: Leicester City has reportedly offered €10 million, but other clubs including Newcastle, West Ham, Bayer Leverkusen, and Schalke 04 are also keen.
New contender: Turkish club Trabzonspor is preparing to make a bid, hoping to reunite Slimani with Vahid Halilhodzic, the coach who first called him up to the Algerian national team. This connection could play a major role in the move.
Performance: Since joining Sporting last summer for just €300,000, Slimani has scored 10 goals in 30 appearances, showing clear progression.
Contract: He is under contract with Sporting until 2017.
With multiple suitors and rising interest, especially from Turkey and England, it seems likely Slimani will soon leave Portugal to continue his career elsewhere.
