Luís Pinto, the gaffer of Tondela, has confirmed that he fielded interest from three Primeira Liga clubs this season – namely V. Guimarães, Moreirense, and Gil Vicente. However, he was quick to affirm his commitment to the Beira club, where he aims to secure promotion to the top tier of Portuguese football.
“It’s only natural that with the work we’ve put in, there’s interest in players and coaches. Yes, it’s true there were offers, but equally, it’s not lost on me that there’s a considerable desire to stay right here. I believe our path should be approached steadily. I’ve managed seven clubs before reaching the Second Liga, and Tondela has opened doors for me. We bear the responsibility for the expectations we’ve set and must carry gratitude to those who welcomed us. In this regard, sometimes we need to exercise a bit of patience and temper enthusiasm for our growth. We’re full of ambition, but it also translates into what we’re striving for this season,” Pinto relayed in a chat with Canal 11.
Let it be noted that Tondela currently sits proudly atop the Second Liga, boasting a tally of 45 points.