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·1 October 2026
Smalling hailed as dependable signing who offers stability for Porto
Smalling hailed as dependable signing who offers stability for Porto | OneFootball
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Chris Smalling has joined Porto, a move praised for the experience and stability it brings to the defence.
According to O Jogo, José Gomes, coach of Saudi side Al Khaleej, has outlined the defender’s strongest traits and described him as a surprise addition.
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Gomes says Smalling offers assurance at the back, adds experience and commits few mistakes.
He has followed the England international’s performances over the past two seasons in the Saudi league with Al Fayha.
In Gomes’s view, Smalling’s profile points to enhanced reliability and greater defensive stability for Porto.
Source: O Jogo
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