Diogo Costa on André Villas-Boas’ plea: “I need time to decide” | OneFootball

André Villas-Boas challenged Diogo Costa to start wearing the number 2 shirt. The FC Porto goalkeeper said he will have to reflect on the matter.

André Villas-Boas revealed that he challenged Diogo Costa to start wearing the number 2 shirt, associated with Jorge Costa, next season. In an interview with zerozero, the FC Porto goalkeeper and captain responded to the suggestion and assured that he has still not made a decision about the request, something he will only consider after the 2026 World Cup.

«Obviously, I feel very honored that he made that suggestion to me. At the same time, when I think about the number, it is something that carries a lot of responsibility. It comes from a person [Jorge Costa] for whom I have a lot of affection, but it is still something I am thinking about. What matters most right now is the match against Santa Clara, then I have the World Cup to play, and after that I will have time to make a decision. It is something that has to be carefully considered», admitted Diogo Costa.

Diogo Costa is 26 years old and is FC Porto’s captain. This season, his seventh with the first team and his fifth as the undisputed starter, the goalkeeper has already made 48 appearances for the Dragons.

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