Report Catamo targeted by Como with opening 20m offer
The 24-year-old is a Mozambique international winger who plays primarily on the right side, but can also work on the left.
According to transfer pundit Ekrem Konur, Como are getting ready to make an opening offer that should be worth in the region of €20m.
Catamo approached by Como
OEIRAS, PORTUGAL – JULY 25: Geny Catamo of Sporting CP during the Pre-Season Friendly match between Sporting CP and Villarreal at Estadio Nacional on July 25, 2025 in Oeiras, Portugal. (Photo by)
There is competition from Turkish team Fenerbahce too, but Como are the favourites for his signature.
Catamo scored seven goals and provided five assists for his teammates in 48 competitive appearances for Sporting CP last season.
He first moved to Portugal with the Sporting CP academy in 2019, although there were loan experiences at Amora FC, Vitoria Guimaraes and Maritimo.
Como have been the biggest spenders in Serie A so far this summer, bringing in the likes of Jacobo Ramon, Nicolas Kuhn, Jesus Rodriguez, Martin Baturina and Jayden Addai.
Hashtags
Try Our AI Features
Explore what Daily8 AI can do for you:
Comments
No comments yet...
Related Articles
CBS News
2 minutes ago
- CBS News
Patriots joint practice takeaways: Big plays from Maye, but O-line struggles with Vikings pass rush
The New England Patriots held their first of two joint practices with the Vikings on Wednesday, as both teams hit the field at the Viking Lakes training facility in Eagan, Minnesota. It was a long session that saw New England's top teamers put in a lot of work against the Minnesota's talented squad. Ahead of the session, Patriots head coach Mike Vrabel told us the focus in Wednesday's joint session was playing with an open field, specifically on second-and-long situations. Vrabel said the situational practice works wonders for both sides of the ball, as the offense looks to get back on track and set up a third-and-short while the defense looks to pin then further back. "For us, it's get back on track and try to get half the yardage to get to third and manageable," said Vrabel. "It's a great opportunity for us to see if they blitz, if they play zone, and what we need to do to keep them, defensively, in third and long." As they did in last week's lone joint practice with the Washington Commanders in Foxboro, the Patriots held their own against one of the NFC's best teams on Wednesday. Drake Maye had a good day against a very good Minnesota secondary despite feeling a lot of pressure, while the New England defense was able to apply its own pressure against Vikings QBs. Here are the big takeaways from the first of two joint practices between the Patriots and the Vikings, leading up to Saturday afternoon's preseason tilt on WBZ-TV. Maye had a solid day with some huge throws, including this beauty to former Viking Stefon Diggs. Maye-to-Diggs was nearly automatic on Wednesday, and the quarterback also had big throws to Mack Hollins (a 50-yard touchdown), Kayshon Boutte, and Pop Douglas. Diggs and Douglas both beat Minnesota top corner Byron Murphy on their highlight catches. Maye also checked down to TreVeyon Henderson on one play, and the explosive back turned the 10-yard reception into a 70-yard touchdown for the New England offense. Unofficially, Maye was 13-for-21 with two touchdowns and no picks, but the offense had its issues. Overall, Wednesday was a mixed bag for the New England offense. Vikings defensive coordinator Brian Flores sent a lot of different pressure looks at the Patriots O-line, and Maye found himself dealing with the Minnesota pass rush on a number of drop backs. He would have been sacked five or six times in the session, and the line was also flagged for two holds. The unit is going to have to be a lot better come game time. But when Maye had time, he made things happen on Wednesday. For the most part, he handled the pressure from Minnesota well. Now we'll see if the unit can make the necessary adjustments in Thursday's joint practice. Receiver Javon Baker made another case for a roster spot Wednesday with a long touchdown from Josh Dobbs. Veteran receiver Mack Hollins raced over and got vocal with Baker to celebrate the score. Hollins is a big energy guy, and he wants to see his teammates celebrate with each other after every big play. He felt the energy was lacking a bit after his long touchdown reception, and when he realized he was surrounded by Vikings defenders and not his teammates as he celebrated in the end zone, he punted the football into the crowd in hopes of giving his team an injection of energy. It drew an Unsportsmanlike Conduct penalty, but Hollins believes it will be worth the price. "I saved up a couple of dollars so I can pay the fine," Hollins explained after practice. "I thought it could give us an energy boost. "Energy is important. What I learned from a great coach early in my career is, 'Execution fuels emotion.' If you're doing things right, usually the energy is pretty good," Hollins continued. "When you see good plays happening, up the energy. Sometimes you have to fake it until it's real, but then you get a play like TreVeyon's where a 2-minute drill doesn't have to go a full two minutes." We haven't seen much of New England's new No. 2 corner in padded practices, but he was out there Wednesday against the Vikings. The 28-year-old said he had a decent day, but he wants to "be more dominant." Davis didn't want to talk about whatever ailment has sidelined him in camp, but said the cautious approach is to make sure he doesn't suffer any setbacks along the way. "I'm good physically, just taking it day by day and making sure I'm not having any setbacks and going forward with my progress. I was out there in the team period and hopefully tomorrow, I'm out there for more," said Davis. Davis wouldn't put a percentage on his health and said he needs to work to get back into game shape. But he was adamant he'll be ready come Week 1. "Hell yeah," said Davis. "I'm ready to play right now." The usual suspects along the New England defensive line all got to Minnesota quarterbacks on Wednesday, with K'Lavon Chaisson, Keion White, Milton Williams, and Harold Landry all recording sacks, as well as Jeremiah Pharms and Anfernee Jennings. Safety Kyle Dugger was once again out with the second team during 11 vs. 11 drills, and he was flagged for a DPI during the session. Vrabel was asked about Dugger repping with the twos ahead of practice, specifically what Dugger has to do to get back with the top unit. "Just making sure that he's where he needs to be, and understanding the coverage concepts and everything we do -- keep working and keep progressing," said Vrabel. "A lot of this is the guys that have earned the right to take a look with that first unit." Vrabel said he would be using different lineups and pairings in practice, and said Dugger continues to bring it every day no matter who he lines up with. "His attitude has been great. He's had a long, long recovery in the offseason," said Vrabel. "He's been out there and has continued to get better and work. The more that he practices, the better he's going to feel. And the more he's going to translate on to the football field." As for the rest of the secondary on Wednesday, Marcus Jones came down with an interception and Kobee Minor recorded a pass break-up. Vrabel had a long list of names to rattle off when asked who wouldn't be partaking in this week's joint practices. Corner Christian Gonzalez, linebackers Marte Mapu and Jahlani Tavai, running back Rhamondre Stevenson, and receiver Kendrick Bourne won't practice against the Vikings. Tight end Hunter Henry didn't suit up Wednesday, but Vrabel said he'll have a chance to practice Thursday. Vrabel said Stevenson is dealing with an injury the running back suffered in Friday's preseason opener against Washington, but doesn't believe it's anything significant. Once players took the field, receiver Ja'Lynn Polk, running back Terrell Jennings, corner D.J. James, and linebacker Elijah Ponder didn't take part in the session. James has had an incredible camp and pulled down an interception against the Commanders, but was in shorts Wednesday in Minnesota. Tune in to Saturday's Patriots-Vikings preseason clash on WBZ-TV -- the television home of the New England Patriots. Pregame coverage kicks off at 12:30 p.m. with Patriots GameDay, the game is set for 1 p.m., and we'll wrap it all up with Patriots 5th Quarter after the game. And if you can't catch Patriots-Vikings in the afternoon, the game will air again Saturday night at 8 p.m. on WBZ-TV!
Yahoo
30 minutes ago
- Yahoo
New role for Greg Abbott after Carlisle United departure
Greg Abbott has landed a new role in football after his departure from Carlisle United. The former Blues manager and head of recruitment has joined League Two club Harrogate Town. Abbott has joined the Yorkshire club's emerging talent and centre of excellence coaching team. The Sulphurites say Abbott will work closely with director of youth football Josh Falkingham, head of emerging talent centre Ryan Smith and the rest of their newly-formed coaching team. They will be charged with "driving the club's new player pathway strategy and develop players for the future." The move sees Abbott reunited with his former captain at Carlisle, Paul Thirlwell, who is Harrogate's assistant manager. It also sees the 61-year-old quickly back in the game after leaving his role as United's head of recruitment in May. Abbott is reunited with his former Carlisle captain Paul Thirlwell, right (Image: Stuart Walker) He had been with the Blues in that position for three years, Abbott having previously been the Cumbrians' manager from 2008 to 2013. Abbott said the Harrogate opportunity came after a conversation with Thirlwell - adding that it was a refreshing new challenge after a "tough" latter period at Brunton Park. Speaking to Harrogate's official channels, he said: "I know Paul really well from my time at senior level. "He was laughing about me coaching under-13s, under-14s, saying 'you won't want to do that - you won't want to go back'," Abbott said. "[But] it really appeals to me. "The last couple of years have been tough. [Now it's] something a bit less stressful, a bit more enjoyable, and I enjoy seeing young players improve and develop. "I'm looking forward to it." Abbott, describing his return to Carlisle in his latter role, added: "It wasn't a great spell, it was hard work, but it is what it is - you have your ups and downs at football clubs. "I'm now at an age when I just want a little bit less pain and stress, enjoy my weekends a bit more." The former United boss also said his new role fits well with his family life as a grandfather. FLASH SALE: Get unlimited access to every Carlisle United article by subscribing to the News & Star for £6 for 6 months or a full year at half price - click for details
CBS News
32 minutes ago
- CBS News
Sauce Gardner dealing with sore calf, status for Jets' preseason game against Giants up in the air
New York Jets cornerback Sauce Gardner sat out the team's joint practice with the Giants on Wednesday because of a sore calf. Gardner participated in practice Tuesday at the Jets' facility in Florham Park but wasn't spotted during the teams' session at the Giants' facility Wednesday. "Sauce wasn't out (there) today," coach Aaron Glenn said after practice. "He had some calf soreness. We'll continue to evaluate him and see exactly where he's at." Gardner has been one of the Jets' best players since being drafted fourth overall out of Cincinnati in 2022. He was the AP Defensive Rookie of the Year and was an All-Pro selection in his first two NFL seasons. The 24-year-old Gardner had a slightly off season, by his standards, last year but is still considered one of the league's elite cornerbacks. Gardner signed a four-year, $120.4 million extension through the 2030 season, making him the NFL's highest-paid player at his position. He also is the focal point of a new-look secondary for the Jets, who have Gardner and free-agent signing Brandon Stephens at cornerback, with Michael Carter as the nickelback and free-agent signing Andre Cisco and Tony Adams at safety. The Jets don't have another full practice before their preseason game against the Giants on Saturday night. Glenn declined to say whether he would play his starters in that game -- "The plan is the plan," is all he would divulge -- so it's unclear if Gardner would participate even if healthy. Typically, teams play their starters for a quarter or a half in the second game, using it as a warmup for the regular season while backups typically play the final preseason game. Rookie quarterback Brady Cook, an undrafted free agent out of Missouri, was back on the field after leaving practice Tuesday with an ankle injury after someone stepped on his foot. He didn't participate in team drills. "Held him out, but I anticipate him playing this week," Glenn said. "So that's good." Cook is one of just three healthy quarterbacks on the Jets' roster, with starter Justin Fields and Adrian Martinez. Glenn announced Tuesday that veteran backup Tyrod Taylor had arthroscopic knee surgery and wouldn't play the rest of the preseason.
