Portal dos Dragões
·23 September 2025
Alberto Costa and Alan Varelas back in the squad, but still not fully fit

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·23 September 2025

Two new developments marked FC Porto's training session this Tuesday at Olival, as Francesco Farioli prepares for his debut in the Europa League against Austria’s Salzburg: Alberto Costa and Alan were integrated into the squad, although still with some limitations.
According to the medical report released by the club, Alan Varela – who had only done gym work the previous day – has already returned to the pitch to train with his teammates, but in a limited capacity, just like Alberto Costa and also Martim Fernandes.
The only absences noted were Luuk de Jong, who only underwent treatment, and Nehuén Pérez, who remains under observation following surgery.
The session included the presence of midfielder João Teixeira, called up to reinforce the main squad, which will train again on Wednesday morning at Olival before departing for Austria, scheduled for 3:00 p.m.
In Salzburg, the players will take to the match stage, where Francesco Farioli and center-back Jan Bednarek will give the pre-match press conference at 6:45 p.m.
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