Two clubs sounded out Moura, but turned to cheaper targets | OneFootball

FC Porto want to strengthen the left side of the defense during the current transfer window. With Zaidu and Francisco Moura as options for the position, the possibility of one of them leaving the Dragão before the market closes in early September cannot be ruled out. The Nigeria international started in the Super Cup, extending the good form with which he ended the 2025/26 season, a scenario that could further complicate the prospects of the No. 74 shirt for the new campaign. Moura, meanwhile, continues to attract interest from clubs in several countries.

According to information gathered by A BOLA, the full-back has already been the subject of enquiries from four of the Big Five leagues: Spain, England, Italy and Germany. Many of the interested clubs are said to have put a loan with an option to buy on the table, but the board led by André Villas-Boas currently prefers to negotiate a permanent transfer.

The Dragons are also not willing to let the 26-year-old left-back leave for just any fee. A BOLA has learned that Fiorentina and Deportivo La Coruña were among the clubs monitoring Francisco Moura’s situation, although both ultimately turned their attention to more affordable options. In the case of the Galician side, newly promoted back to the top tier of Spanish football, Angeliño is close to being officially announced on loan from Roma, with a purchase option set at €2.5 million. Coventry City, recently promoted to the Premier League, have also been linked with the player, but there are more English clubs keeping an eye on FC Porto’s No. 74.

Francisco Moura joined FC Porto two years ago after two outstanding seasons with Famalicão, in a deal worth €5 million. His contract runs until 2029 and includes a €60 million release clause, while the Minho club are also entitled to 10% of any future sale. In his first season at the Dragão, under Vítor Bruno and Martín Anselmi, he was a regular presence in the starting XI, featuring in 42 matches, with four goals and 11 assists. The situation changed in 2025/26, with Farioli already in charge: Moura began the campaign as first choice, but lost ground to Zaidu and Martim Fernandes from January onwards. He finished the season with 32 appearances, 24 of them as a starter. FC Porto remain calm and, for now, show no sign of lowering their demands…

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