William Transfer from São Paulo to Porto
A Bola reports on William Gomes's transfer from São Paulo to FC Porto. William Gomes has been transferred from São Paulo to FC Porto. Although his name appears on the Liga's website, he couldn't be registered by the deadline to play against Rio Ave. His debut is postponed to the match against Sporting on February 7th. Coach Anselmi indicated that while Gomes is physically and sportingly fit, the registration process was still pending but expected to be resolved soon.
A Bola reports on the transfer of William Gomes to FC Porto. William Gomes will sign with FC Porto until 2029 and will have a release clause of 80 million euros. The negotiation with São Paulo was around 9 million euros, with São Paulo retaining 20% of the economic rights. The transfer was considered necessary by São Paulo's director of football, Carlos Belmonte, due to limited playing opportunities with the arrival of Oscar from Shanghai, China.
The transfer of William Gomes to Porto was finalized in the last few days. The sale was deemed important by São Paulo's director, Carlos Belmonte, to facilitate the release of the left-back Wendell, who had a pre-contract with São Paulo. The transfer was also influenced by the arrival of veteran player Oscar at São Paulo, which reduced William's playing time. The sale was considered 'adequate' to help meet budgetary goals, with the transfer fee being 9 million euros.
According to A Bola, the transfer of William Gomes to FC Porto is on the verge of completion. William Gomes, an 18-year-old winger hailing from São Paulo, has made his way to Porto and is anticipated to be officially announced as the latest addition to FC Porto's squad. It is expected that he will sign a contract for five and a half years, which includes a release clause of 100 million euros. The player traveled accompanied by his agents, Pedro Moraes from Talents Sports and Daniel Aquino from D Aquino Sports. This transfer marks the first acquisition for coach Martín Anselmi, who has recently assumed the technical leadership of FC Porto.
William Gomes, an 18-year-old forward from São Paulo, is reportedly on the verge of completing a transfer to FC Porto. UOL Esporte reported that both clubs have reached an agreement and expect the deal to be finalized in the coming days. William is regarded as a promising talent, having made 20 appearances for the main team, scoring three goals and providing one assist. He is also an under-17 international for Brazil. Transfermarkt estimates his value at 6 million euros. The transfer might also pave the way for Wendell's move to São Paulo, as his contract with Porto is nearing its conclusion.
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