Liverpool chase Francisco Trincão as AC Milan eye €60m winger

Liverpool have joined the race for Sporting CP winger Francisco Trincão as they rebuild after Mohamed Salah’s departure. The 26-year-old Portuguese international is reported to have a €60 million release clause, though a deal around €50 million is being discussed. Francisco Trincão’s 2025-26 form for Sporting included 13 goals and 15 assists in 54 appearances. Jorge Mendes is reportedly managing talks and has indicated a “massive” bid is coming soon, but no formal offer has been submitted yet. Trincão’s market value is about €40 million, and he remains under contract with Sporting until 2030, giving the club leverage. AC Milan are also interested, with manager Ruben Amorim previously coaching at Sporting. Reports suggest Milan could pursue Trincão while also considering a separate move for Sporting midfielder Morten Hjulmand. Sporting are reportedly reluctant to sell before the 2026 World Cup. Waiting could both reduce pressure to cash in and potentially raise Francisco Trincão’s price after a strong tournament. For Liverpool, signing Trincão would be a high-cost, long-term investment: he can play as a right winger or as an attacking midfielder, and is entering what could be his peak years.