Porto moved for Keyon Bolampete, but the 15-year-old chose Club Brugge | OneFootball

FC Porto showed interest in Keyon Bolampete, a 15-year-old centre-back from Club Brugge, but the player ultimately chose to remain with the Belgian club.

According to information available in Belgium, the Porto club was even willing to cover the player’s travel to Portugal, with the aim of holding face-to-face talks about a possible next step in his development. Even so, Bolampete decided to stay at Club Brugge, where he is seen as one of the most promising defenders of his generation.

Originally from the Namur region, the young youth international currently represents Club Brugge’s under-15 team. The Belgian club has been working to keep hold of the player and recently moved forward with the signing of his first professional contract, a clear sign of the confidence placed in his potential.

Competition for Keyon Bolampete has been considerable, with several clubs monitoring the centre-back’s progress. Despite that interest, Club Brugge’s structure managed to convince the player to continue his journey at the Jan Breydel, backing the continuity of his internal development.

On FC Porto’s side, the interest confirms the club’s constant attention to the international youth market, particularly to profiles with room for progression and strong competitive projection. At this stage, however, Bolampete will remain tied to Belgian football.

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