Porto eyes Souza: the profile that captivates the Blues and Whites
FC Porto is monitoring João Victor de Souza, a 20-year-old full-back with experience at Tottenham and a futsal background. The player, who shone at Santos and the Brazilian under-17 national team, is seen as a promising addition to Sérgio Conceição's squad.
Who is João Victor de Souza?
Souza, born in Mauá (São Paulo), began his career in futsal with Juventus-SP before moving to 11-a-side football at Santos. His futsal training is evident in his playing style, characterized by speed, comfort in tight spaces, and confidence on the ball. In 2023, he captained Santos' under-17 team and participated in the World Cup of that category, where Brazil was eliminated by Argentina.
Porto's interest
FC Porto, leaders of the Primeira Liga in the 2025 season with 76 points (24 wins, 4 draws and 1 loss), sees Souza as a reinforcement for the left-back position. The Portuguese club prefers a loan with bonuses, avoiding a 20 million euro investment, as suggested by the Brazilian press. The player, currently at Tottenham, has only played four games in the Premier League.
What comes next?
FC Porto is waiting until the end of the transfer window to pursue Souza. The club has the approval of Farioli and is looking for a modern profile for the left-back position, with technical skills and experience in youth national teams. The Blues and Whites' next match will be against Rio Ave, at home, on January 24, 2027.
