Yoan Pereira locked in until 2031
FC Porto have tied down another gem. Yoan Pereira, a Portugal U17 European and World champion, has signed a new contract that runs until 2031 (1). This is a significant move, securing one of the academy's brightest talents on a long-term deal. The club is making a habit of this: another youth World champion was also officially "shielded" with a new contract today (3).
14-year-old winger joins the ranks
Vanderson Bento, a 14-year-old winger, has signed a youth contract with FC Porto (2). It is the latest addition to the club's academy pipeline. The message is clear: Porto are not easing up on scouting and locking in young talent early.
Pre-season plans taking shape
Pre-season will kick off on 1 July, according to reports (4). The club is still weighing options for the training camp location, with several destinations under study. After a demanding season, those early weeks will be crucial for Farioli to shape the squad.
Two Porto players called up to face Portugal
Two FC Porto players have been called up by their national team for a pre-World Cup friendly against Portugal (5). Facing your club teammates in an international shirt is always a strange dynamic, but it speaks to the quality in the squad.
Fan-reaktioner
The mood on Reddit is upbeat on two fronts. Fans are buzzing about Farioli's Media Day comments, especially his warning that anyone returning without hunger "should look for an alternative" — the kind of edge supporters love to hear from their coach. There is also excitement around the new kit, with reports of the best-ever sales launch for a home shirt, and supporters noting that only the main kit is out yet, no Champions League or quinas patches available. Ángel Alarcón's permanent move to Utrecht was noted quietly: three goals and three assists in 971 minutes since January, a deal that feels right for all parties.