Farioli eyes the squad, four FC Porto youngsters knock for 2026/27 | OneFootball

FC Porto are already preparing for next season, although Francesco Farioli and the squad remain focused on winning the Primeira Liga and the Portuguese Cup, as well as on making a strong impression in the Europa League, a competition in which they are also considered among the favourites to triumph.

The coach has called up several youngsters to the first team and there are a few prospects hoping to convince him to include them, at least, in pre-season. One such case is André Miranda, an 18-year-old winger who has already made his debut in the first-team shirt.

Across all competitions, the player has made 31 appearances, scored eight goals and provided four assists, being used mainly in the B team. Another standout name at the second tier is Gabriel Brás, seen as one of the Dragons’ gems and who has also already worked with the first-team squad.

However, unlike André Miranda, the 22-year-old centre-back has yet to make his senior debut. This season, he has played 24 matches, with one goal and two assists. Slightly further forward on the pitch is João Teixeira, a midfielder aged just 19, who also works under João Brandão.

The young Portuguese international has made 25 appearances, scored two goals and provided two assists. Francesco Farioli has praised the player in recent months. Finally, Gonçalo Sousa is also hoping to work with the first team, at least during pre-season.

The 19-year-old plays as a winger and second striker, having been included in the squad for the match against Stuttgart. Across all competitions, including some matches for the juniors, he has recorded 31 appearances, five goals and four assists.

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