FC Porto snap up Pablo Rosario from Nice for just €3.75m | OneFootball

When he arrived, he was practically unknown to most of the blue and whites; however, he gradually secured his place in the team led by Francesco Farioli and is now the main guarantor of stability in midfield, to the point that Alan Varela has become a substitute.

Pablo Rosario has become the Italian coach’s trusted man. His signing turned out to be a real bargain: he cost the SAD 3.75 million euros, plus a variable amount of up to 500 thousand euros depending on objectives achieved, with Nice retaining 15% of any profit from a potential future sale.

The Dominican international has proven to be a valuable addition. At 28 years old, he stands out more for his dedication and tactical usefulness than for flashy technical skills, which is why Francesco Farioli insisted with André Villas-Boas that he be signed during the summer transfer window.

His greatest weapon is his versatility: he performs as a right-back, central defender, defensive midfielder, or central midfielder, always ready to give his all and sacrifice himself for the team.

Signed from Nice last summer, with a four-year contract and a release clause of 50 million euros, he has established himself as a positive surprise—thanks to his commitment on the pitch and exemplary attitude in the locker room, where he is one of the most vocal leaders.

The classic against Sporting, tomorrow at Estádio do Dragão, holds special meaning for Pablo Rosario: it was against the Lions, in the first half of the season, that he made his official debut for the Dragons. He came on in the 57th minute to replace Rodrigo Mora and helped FC Porto secure three precious points at the home of the two-time champions, bringing balance to the midfield. As the matches went by, he earned the appreciation of the demanding Porto fans and is now considered a guarantee of security—a reliable, team-oriented player with Porto charisma.

With an intense midfield battle expected against Sporting, Pablo Rosario could be a key piece in Farioli’s tactical setup, maintaining the soldier’s spirit that so pleases the Italian coach.

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