The final whistle of the season often signals new beginnings in football. For Ricardo Esgaio, a long-serving defender at Sporting, that moment will mark his departure. A reliable newspaper, Record, first reported this news. He is not alone in this situation. Teammates St. Juste and Matheus Reis also find themselves at the end of their contracts, set to leave the club.
The 32-year-old defender is looking at options beyond Portugal. Brazil stands out as a strong possibility for his next move. Clubs like Red Bull Bragantino and Corinthians have been keeping a close eye on him since January. These Brazilian giants see potential in the experienced full-back.
During the winter transfer window, Esgaio, who wears the number 47 shirt, almost made the switch to Turkish football. He was very close to joining Bodrumspor. Other teams in Turkey also know about him and have shown interest. Beyond South America and Turkey, the seasoned player has other paths to consider. Saudi Arabia and Qatar have also emerged as potential destinations for the Alvalade academy product.
