Eustáquio, as long as he's at Dragão, is in Farioli's plans | OneFootball

Stephen Eustáquio will remain among Francesco Farioli’s options as long as he stays at FC Porto. Recently, André Villas-Boas, president of the Dragons, made it clear that the midfielder is “looking for solutions in the market.” Until a possible departure materializes, however, the Canada international continues to work under the Italian coach at the CTFD Jorge Costa.

According to information gathered by A BOLA, Farioli considers the No. 6 shirt a valid option within the squad. More than statements, it is decisions that reveal the coach’s intentions, and the signs given so far seem clear. Eustáquio was presented at the Dragão together with the rest of the players, took part in the second half of the match against Aston Villa, and was also on the field in the training game against São João de Ver.

Another relevant sign came last Saturday, when the Canada international took over the captain’s armband after Cláudio Ramos was substituted. The gesture shows that the 29-year-old player is fully available to Farioli, who has always highlighted the midfielder’s human qualities. As such, everything points to Stephen being included in the squad for Saturday’s clash with Torreense in the Cândido de Oliveira Super Cup.

Eustáquio’s stay at FC Porto after the transfer window closes, however, still seems unlikely. The player and his representatives are assessing possibilities and, in recent days, the midfielder has been linked with Olympiakos. Although the Greek club does indeed have the player on its radar, our newspaper knows that priority is being given to other alternatives to strengthen central midfield.

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