FC Porto look to bolster attack, in talks for Santiago Giménez | OneFootball

FC Porto remain active in the summer transfer market, still looking to address a few gaps in the squad. The attack is one of the areas causing the most concern for the blue-and-white hierarchy, who feel the current options up front still do not offer sufficient guarantees.

After the departure of Terem Moffi, the Dragons secured André Silva on a free transfer, while also keeping Samu and Deniz Gul in the squad. However, the Spaniard remains sidelined through injury, while the Turk has failed to convince Francesco Farioli. The signing of another striker is therefore seen as a priority before the start of the 2026/27 season.

Santiago Giménez continues to emerge as a possibility for FC Porto, as had already been reported by the Italian press a few weeks ago. According to journalist Pietro Mazzara, talks between the two clubs have meanwhile resumed.

Reports coming out of Italy even point to the start of negotiations between FC Porto and Milan over the transfer of the Mexican striker. The Rossoneri would be willing to let the 25-year-old leave on loan, with a mandatory purchase option set at approximately €20 million. In that scenario, FC Porto would be responsible for covering Giménez’s wages.

Despite Porto’s desire to secure the Mexican, there is still no agreement between the two parties.

Santiago Giménez with little room at Milan

Currently recovering from an ankle sprain, Santiago Giménez began his career in Mexican football. Developed at Cruz Azul, it was with that club that he made his professional debut in the 2019/20 season. He remained in his home country for another two and a half seasons before moving to the Netherlands in 2022/23.

At Feyenoord, the striker established himself between 2022 and 2024, a spell that earned him a move to Milan. The Italians paid €30 million for the player, but he ultimately did not fully live up to expectations.

In his first season with the Rossoneri, the Mexican scored six goals and provided three assists in 19 appearances. In 2025/26, he managed just one goal and two assists in 18 matches.

The arrival of Gonçalo Ramos further reduced Santiago Giménez’s role at Milan, making an exit increasingly likely. Ruben Amorim is not expected to give him a prominent role in the Rossoneri squad next season, a situation that could benefit FC Porto, who are keen to secure the striker’s signing.

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