Transfer news: Hwang In-beom has medical today, wants instant impact | OneFootball

Hwang In-beom arrived in Porto last night after a long journey from Seoul to sign a five-year contract with FC Porto. The midfielder thus becomes the Dragons’ fourth signing for the new season.

His integration into the squad led by Francesco Farioli is considered a priority with the Cândido de Oliveira Super Cup in mind. Given his characteristics, the South Korean international could have an immediate impact on the coach’s strategy, as he aims to compete for all domestic competitions and prepare the Blue and Whites’ debut in the new UEFA Champions League format.

Hwang In-beom is undergoing a series of medical examinations this morning. Francesco Farioli intends to integrate him quickly into training as soon as the bureaucratic procedures of the transfer are completed, something that is expected to happen tomorrow.

The player’s physical condition is seen as a positive factor. About to turn 30, the midfielder had only around three weeks of holiday after South Korea’s participation in the World Cup, a competition in which he scored one goal and provided one assist in 264 minutes. The short break should allow him to regain competitive sharpness more quickly.

The Dragons’ first major commitment will be the Cândido de Oliveira Super Cup final, scheduled for 1 August against Torreense at the Cidade de Coimbra Stadium. Before then, FC Porto will still play two warm-up matches: on Wednesday, in Barcelos, against Gil Vicente, and on Saturday, at the Dragão Stadium, against Aston Villa, the current holders of the UEFA Europa League, in the team’s presentation match for the fans. It is precisely against the English side, coached by Unai Emery, that Hwang could make his debut in a Porto shirt.

The South Korean is a player whom Francesco Farioli knows well. Hwang In-beom played for Feyenoord for two seasons, a period that coincided with the Italian coach’s time in Dutch football, a factor that contributed to his identification and subsequent signing.

The former Rotterdam club midfielder was convinced by the project presented by FC Porto and will now have the opportunity to play in the Champions League, the main showcase of European football.

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