Portal dos Dragões
·25 mai 2026
João Afonso arrives in Porto to sign for FC Porto until 2031

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·25 mai 2026

João Afonso, the Santa Clara goalkeeper set to strengthen FC Porto, is already in Porto to sign a contract with the Dragons, A BOLA has learned.
The 19-year-old player will sign a deal valid for five seasons, that is, until 2031, as part of a commitment to building the future of the blue-and-white goal.
It should be recalled that the SAD led by André Villas-Boas and the Azorean club reached an agreement for João Afonso’s transfer for €1.5 million, with a further €500,000 possible in bonuses depending on objectives. The Dragons will hold 80% of the goalkeeper’s economic rights and may later buy the remaining 20% for €2 million.
The official announcement is expected shortly. Everything suggests that João Afonso, the national champion’s first signing for 2026/27, will do pre-season with FC Porto’s main squad. Over the course of the season, he is expected to get minutes with the B team while working regularly under Francesco Farioli.
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