Exclusive: Sullivan denies Sporting Libson claims
Exclusive by Claret And Hugh Associate Editor, Sean Whetstone
Sullivan speaking only to ClaretandHugh a few minutes ago in response to provocative and controversial statements from the Sporting Lisbon President Bruno de Carvalho and Communications director, Nuno Saraiva he said bluntly: “They are NOT TRUE!”
He added: But he (Bruno de Carvalho) can’t admit publicly that he was prepared to sell him. Our bid was submitted via the player’s agent and our negotiators in Portugal. We also put in a written bid.”
De Carvalho, the Sporting Lisbon president was the man with whom negotiations were held and Sullivan’s response will possibly be met with further exchanges. The war of words and counter allegations will change little at this stage but it will be interesting to see whether the Hammers go back for the player in the winter with the money remaining in the bank.