Kaio Henrique leaves FC Porto for €450k, signs for Fortaleza until 2028 | OneFootball

Kaio Henrique and Diogo Fernandes have been officially announced as new signings for Fortaleza and Amarante, respectively. The 20-year-old left-back is joining the Brazilian club on a permanent transfer, with Fortaleza paying €450,000 for 50% of the player’s rights. Meanwhile, the 21-year-old goalkeeper has been loaned out until the end of the 2026/27 season.

Kaio Henrique’s deal also includes a bonus of up to €400,000, dependent on the achievement of certain objectives, as well as an option for Fortaleza to buy a further 20% of the defender’s economic rights for €250,000. The player signed a contract with the Brazilian club until June 30, 2028.

During his presentation as a new Fortaleza player, Kaio Henrique expressed his satisfaction with the move and praised the ambition of the project, also stating his desire to help the club return to the Brasileirão:

“First of all, I want to thank God and Fortaleza for their trust. The offer came from a very challenging project, which is to wear this very great shirt, and I hope to give you the greatest joy. My goal is to put the Lion back where it should never have left, which is the Brasileirão. I hope to help as much as possible. Tricolor Nation, I am very happy to wear this shirt, very eager to be in the stadium. I hope to help you as soon as possible.”

As for Diogo Fernandes, he will temporarily leave FC Porto to play for Amarante. The 21-year-old goalkeeper will compete in Liga 2 during the 2026/27 season, with the aim of gaining playing time in the second tier of Portuguese football.

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