Braga confirmed the departure of Uruguayan international midfielder Rodrigo Zalazar to Sporting in a record €30 million transfer. This move marks a significant moment for the club, which has seen one of its most influential players leave the team. Zalazar, who signed a five-year contract with the 'lions', was a key player for Braga, scoring 39 goals in 126 matches over the last three seasons. The transfer was announced by Sporting through a statement to the Comissão do Mercado de Valores Mobiliários (CMVM). The player's release clause was set at €80 million, a figure that reflects his importance in the squad. Braga had acquired Zalazar from Schalke 04 for €5 million, and now, with this sale, the club hopes to reinvest in the team for the upcoming season. Zalazar's departure presents a challenge for Braga, which will need to find a worthy replacement to maintain competitiveness in the Primeira Liga.