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Galeno Transfer from Porto to Al Ittihad
The unsuccessful transfer of Galeno to Al Ittihad for €50 million was a major disappointment for both FC Porto and the player. Galeno was poised to earn a salary of €6.5 million at the Saudi club. Despite this setback, he stayed focused on his responsibilities to his team and did not push for the transfer while negotiations were ongoing between FC Porto and the Saudi Public Investment Fund. Officially, there have been no attempts to revise Galeno's contract terms yet, but this could happen soon, even though FC Porto was not at fault for Al Ittihad's withdrawal. Galeno's professional and dedicated performance in training and matches might lead to a contract review, potentially increasing his current salary of €1.2 million.
Galeno was set to join Al Ittihad but the transfer fell through. The deal would have earned him 32.5 million euros over five years. The process was marked by a lack of respect from Al Ittihad's officials, causing emotional distress for the player. FC Porto confirmed Galeno's stay and the player expressed gratitude for the support from the club and fans.
On the last day of the transfer window in Portugal and Saudi Arabia, the Saudi Public Investment Fund offered 50 million euros for the Brazilian international. FC Porto accepted the proposal, but the deal did not materialize. Galeno was waiting for a green light to undergo medical exams and travel to Saudi Arabia, but Al Ittihad stopped responding to FC Porto and turned their attention to Steven Bergwijn instead. FC Porto is considering filing a complaint with FIFA against Al Ittihad, as they have documentation proving the deal was finalized.
FC Porto accepted a new offer from Al Ittihad for 50 million euros. Galeno skipped training and was expected to undergo medical examinations in Portugal before signing a 5-year contract. However, the deal might fall through as Al Ittihad began negotiations with Ajax for Steven Bergwijn and intends to sign only one of the two players.
The second proposal from Saudi Arabia convinced André Villas-Boas, leading to Galeno's impending move to Al Ittihad. He is set to undergo medical examinations in Portugal and sign a 5-year contract. The total transfer fee amounts to 50 million euros, after a previous offer of 40 million euros was rejected. The administration of Villas-Boas convened on Monday morning to finalize the transfer, and a private plane is prepared to transport the player, who will not be participating in the team's training session this afternoon. Galeno's release clause was set at 60 million euros.
The second offer from Saudi Arabia convinced André Villas-Boas, and Galeno is on his way to Al Ittihad. The club will receive a total amount of 50 million euros. The initial offer, made on Sunday, amounted to 40 million euros and was rejected. On Monday morning, Villas-Boas' administration convened to analyze the transfer and finalize the deal with the Saudis. A private plane is already on standby to take the FC Porto winger.
Al-Ittihad has made a new offer of 50 million euros for Galeno after a previous 40 million euros offer was rejected by Porto.
Al Ittihad is preparing a new proposal for Galeno, supported by substantial funds from the Saudi Public Investment Fund (PIF). A revised offer, estimated at 50 million euros, is anticipated on Monday, the final day of the transfer window. The initial bid of 40 million euros was turned down. The PIF might also consider placing Galeno at Al Ahly or Al Nassr, but at present, Al Ittihad is the club keen on acquiring the FC Porto winger. To persuade the player, Al Ittihad is proposing a contract valued at 6.5 million euros per year, inclusive of bonuses.
Galeno is targeted by Al Ittihad, but the 40 million euro offer from the Riyadh club has not convinced Porto's president André Villas-Boas to let go of the Brazilian international. Galeno has a contract with Porto until June 2028 and is protected by a 60 million euro release clause. He has scored five goals in five matches, despite being predominantly used as a left-back.
Al Ittihad is preparing to make a new proposal on Monday, the last day of the transfer market. The first proposal of 40 million euros was rejected yesterday. To convince the FC Porto winger, Al Ittihad is offering a contract of 6.5 million euros per year, including bonuses. The Saudi public fund has already approved the transfer. Galeno has a contract with FC Porto until June 2028 and a release clause of 60 million euros. He has scored five goals in five games this season, despite playing as a left-back in recent matches, although he is originally a left-winger.
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