Barcelona and Real Madrid target Gelson to sign new deal

Barcelona and Real Madrid target Gelson to sign new deal

Gelson wanted to be one of the best paid players in the squad now that he is a key player for Jorge Jesus

Gelson Martins has renewed his deal with Sporting Lisbon after a long period of negotiations.

Interest from big european sides including Barcelona and Real Madrid in the Portuguese international saw the club meet his wage demands.

Gelson wanted to be one of the best paid players in the squad now that he is a key player for Jorge Jesus. He will turn 22 on May 11.

This season Gelson has played 31 games and scored 5 goals, adding 9 assists. Gelson had a contract until June 2021 and the renovation will tie him down until 2022.