Juventus are being linked with a late move for Porto winger Francisco Conceição, as they look to reinforce their wide positions. As the club works on securing deals for other players, such as Teun Koopmeiners from Atalanta and Nico Gonzalez from Fiorentina, Conceição has become a focus, especially if Federico Chiesa, whose contract expires in June 2025, is moved.
Complications with Galeno
Calciomercato report how Porto’s Wenderson Galeno has complicated matters for Juventus. Galeno has impressed with his performances, scoring three goals in the early season matches, and Porto is pleased with his professionalism despite ongoing transfer rumors. A recent offer from Nottingham Forest was rejected, indicating Porto’s desire to retain him.
Interest in Francisco Conceição
Juventus has renewed contact with Porto regarding Francisco Conceição, who is under contract until June 2029. Although he missed the first two official matches of the season due to an alleged physical issue, there are suspicions of underlying market-related reasons. Reports suggest Juventus and Porto are negotiating a loan deal with an option or obligation to buy for €30 to €35 million. Conceição has expressed interest in moving to Italy, but Juventus has not confirmed the advanced state of negotiations, and Porto has yet to agree to the loan terms.
Changes in Porto’s Management
Francisco’s father, Sergio Conceição, is no longer Porto’s coach, despite renewing his contract until 2028. André Villas-Boas, the new president of Porto, replaced him with Vitor Bruno, nullifying the previous agreement.
Potential Player Exchange
Porto has shown interest in Juventus defender Tiago Djaló, who joined the club from Inter last January. Djaló played briefly in the final Serie A match against Monza, and his inclusion could facilitate negotiations for Conceição’s transfer. As Juventus continues to navigate these complex negotiations, the potential acquisition of Francisco Conceição remains a key focus in their transfer strategy.
