FC Porto reshuffles academy, promotes title-winning coaches for 2026/27 | OneFootball

FC Porto has already finalized the academy’s technical structure for the 2026/27 season, following a campaign in which it won the national under-19, under-17 and under-15 titles.

Following Sérgio Ferreira’s departure to Alverca, José João was promoted from the under-17s to the under-19s and will take charge of the blue-and-white juniors. Manuel Prata is also moving up, leaving the under-15s to lead the under-17s. Meanwhile, José Miranda, who last season was involved in the technical coordination of the younger age groups, was chosen to take charge of the under-15s.

This reshuffle reinforces the commitment to internal continuity after a hugely successful competitive campaign in the club’s main academy age groups. José João takes on the new role after being crowned national under-17 champion, while Manuel Prata moves up in the structure after winning the under-15 title.

The academy department will continue under the responsibility of José Tavares, who praised the profile of the selected coaches and their connection to the club’s identity. The official highlighted the ambition to continue along the path of success, without losing sight of the academy’s main objective: preparing players ready for the first team.

With these changes, FC Porto aims to extend its winning momentum in the youth ranks, recognizing coaches directly linked to the recent competitive successes and consolidating a working model based on internal promotion.

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