Cristiano Ronaldo and Al-Nassr shut down in bid to sign Sporting CP star as winger has no interest in lucrative Saudi Pro League transfer

According to A Bola, Al-Nassr sounded out Trincao in hopes of convincing him to join, but the winger swiftly rejected their interest, making it clear he has no intention of leaving Sporting. Trincao’s loyalty will be rewarded as he is set to be promoted to Sporting’s top earners alongside Morten Hjulmand, Goncalo Inacio and Daniel Braganca, with a contract renewal and significant salary increase on the table. Trincao has made a strong start to the season with three goals and one assist, prompting Sporting to pay €11 million last week for Barcelona’s remaining 50 percent of his rights, having already secured the first half in 2023 for €7m plus a €3m loan fee.

Eight goals in 33 appearances for Braga over two seasons earned Trincao a €30m (£25m/$35m) move to Barcelona in 2020. However, a difficult spell in Spain saw him return to Portugal with Sporting, where he has scored 29 goals in 100 games and established himself as a key figure at Alvalade. He played a crucial role in Sporting’s back-to-back Primeira Liga titles, reportedly attracting interest from former coach Ruben Amorim at Manchester United. Sporting’s high asking price, however, has proven a stumbling block for the English club.

Al-Nassr may be disappointed by Trincao’s rejection but will be lifted by the signing of Kingsley Coman from Bayern Munich on a three-year deal.

Trincao’s explosive start to the season means Sporting will be determined to keep their talisman as they chase a third successive Primeira Liga title. For the winger, it is also an opportunity to impress Portugal coach Roberto Martinez and stake his claim for a place in the national team’s starting eleven at the 2026 World Cup.