FC Porto seal João Afonso until 2031: keeper starts in the B team | OneFootball

FC Porto have secured the signing of João Afonso from Santa Clara, with the young goalkeeper putting pen to paper on a deal with the club until 2031.

At 19, the Portugal youth international arrives initially to join Porto’s B team, while remaining in regular contact with the first-team squad coached by Francesco Farioli. João Afonso thus becomes the first signing for the Dragons for the 2026/27 season.

The goalkeeper is expected to take part in pre-season preparations, in an adaptation period during which he will stay close to the main setup, while continuing to gain minutes and competitive experience with the reserve side.

Last season, playing for Santa Clara, João Afonso made 29 appearances, a record that confirmed his development and paved the way for his move to the Dragão. FC Porto did not disclose the total value of the deal, but the contract has been agreed for five seasons, until June 2031.

The move for João Afonso fits into Porto’s strategy of signing young players with room to develop, preparing options for the future in goal and ensuring close guidance from his first months at the club.

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