FC Porto move for Gustavo Puerta: Colombia standout at World Cup 2026 | OneFootball

FC Porto have started talks with Racing Santander to sign Colombian international Gustavo Puerta.

Gustavo Puerta had already been on the Dragons’ radar before the 2026 World Cup, and his performances in the tournament were one of the highlights of the Colombia national team. According to journalist Pipe Sierra, FC Porto have moved forward with negotiations with Racing Santander with a view to signing the 22-year-old midfielder.

Before making his mark on bigger stages, Gustavo Puerta played a decisive role in Racing Santander’s La Liga 2 title win, registering three goals and one assist in 33 matches.

The Colombian international arrived in Spanish football for €3.5 million, after a loan spell at Hull City, coming from Bayer Leverkusen. His performances for both club and country have driven up his market value, which the Spanish press now puts at between €16 million and €17.5 million.

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