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Sporting CP signs Nestory Irankunda from Watford
Sporting CP has officially announced the signing of Australian international Nestory Irankunda from English Championship club Watford. The 20-year-old forward has signed a five-year contract that runs through 2031.
The transfer fee is reported to be approximately €15 million to €16 million, with potential add-ons that could increase the total to €18 million. The deal also includes a significant €80 million release clause. Negotiations involved Bayern Munich, as the German club is expected to receive a share of the transfer fee due to a sell-on agreement.
To announce the move, Sporting CP released a social media video featuring Irankunda performing a Michael Jackson-themed dance routine, inspired by his signature goal celebration. Irankunda expressed his excitement about joining the historic Portuguese club and his desire to win titles and make history in Lisbon.
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Bayern Munich · Nestory Irankunda · Socceroos · Sporting CP · Watford · Watford FC
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- [○ 1 SOURCE] The transfer fee is among the ten largest received by Watford in its history. football360.com.au
- [○ 1 SOURCE] Sporting CP has officially signed Nestory Irankunda from Watford on a contract lasting until 2031. football360.com.au
- [○ 1 SOURCE] Nestory Irankunda stated he accepted the offer because the club's project seemed very good. football360.com.au
- [○ 1 SOURCE] The player's contract includes an €80 million release clause. football360.com.au
- [○ 1 SOURCE] Watford accepted a $24.5 million fee from Sporting CP for the transfer. football360.com.au
- [● 2 SOURCES] The transfer fee is estimated to be €16 million plus add-ons, potentially reaching €18 million. www.watoday.com.au · www.smh.com.au