Farioli on Diogo Costa: “Close the airport and roads” to keep him | OneFootball

Francesco Farioli made it very clear that he wants to keep Diogo Costa at FC Porto in 2026/27. In an informal tone, the Dragons' coach said that the club intends to “close the airport and the roads” when the goalkeeper returns, underlining how highly he regards him.

The Italian coach sees Diogo Costa as a key part of the team and wants him to remain a leading figure in the blue-and-white dressing room. It was also reported that the goalkeeper is expected to wear the captain’s armband, further reinforcing his importance within the club’s structure.

Farioli added that he has been closely following the player’s situation and is awaiting his return in the coming days after a rest period. The message is clear: FC Porto want to hold on to one of their most valuable assets at a time when the transfer market could attract interest from several clubs.

Beyond the case of Diogo Costa, the Porto coach acknowledged that the national champions’ transfer market has been influenced by the international schedule, admitting the possibility of movement in the coming weeks, both in terms of arrivals and departures.

Thus, FC Porto’s position fits into the strategy of preserving the team’s main figures before the official start of the new season. Diogo Costa continues to be seen as a decisive element in the project led by Francesco Farioli.

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