Portal dos Dragões
·23 September 2025
Alberto Costa and Alan Varelas back in the squad, but still not fully fit

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·23 September 2025
Two new developments marked FC Porto's training this Tuesday at Olival, as Francesco Farioli prepares for his debut in the Europa League against the Austrians of Salzburg: Alberto Costa and Alan were integrated into the squad, although still with some limitations.
According to the medical report released by the club, Alan Varela – who had only done gym work the day before – has already returned to the field to train with his teammates, but in a limited capacity, just like Alberto Costa and also Martim Fernandes.
The absences were noted only by Luuk de Jong, who only underwent treatment, and Nehuén Pérez, who remains under post-operative observation.
The session included the presence of midfielder João Teixeira, called to reinforce the main squad, which will train again Wednesday morning at Olival before the departure for Austria, scheduled for 3:00 PM.
In Salzburg, the players will step onto the game stage, where Francesco Farioli and central defender Jan Bednarek will give a preview at 6:45 PM.
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