FC Porto`s squad has welcomed a significant new addition to their pre-season training sessions. Spanish forward Borja Sainz, whose signing was officially confirmed just a day prior, has integrated into the team`s regimen this week.
Sainz, aged 24, makes the move to the Portuguese giants from English club Norwich City. The reported transfer fee stands at €13.3 million, with an additional €2 million potentially payable in performance-related add-ons. This represents a notable investment by the club, signaling expectations for the young attacker.
His integration into training follows the team`s return to work after a brief day of rest. Sainz is not the only new face to join the ranks as the `Dragons` prepare for the upcoming season.
## Squad Refresh Underway
Borja Sainz becomes the fourth official reinforcement for FC Porto ahead of the next campaign. This period marks a clear phase of squad renewal and strengthening. The other confirmed arrivals include goalkeeper João Costa, signed from Estrela da Amadora, Croatian central defender Dominik Prpić from Hajduk Split, and Spanish midfielder Gabri Veiga, joining from Al Ahli.
Furthermore, defender Nehuén Pérez, who spent the 2024/25 season on loan from Udinese, has seen his move made permanent, adding further stability to the defensive unit. These acquisitions indicate a strategic approach to building the squad under new direction.
## Looking Ahead: Intense Training and Austrian Camp
The team is set for an intensive period of preparation. FC Porto is scheduled to return to training for a double session on Tuesday, commencing bright and early at 08:30 at the PortoGaia Training and Sports Training Centre in Olival.
A key phase of their pre-season will involve a training camp abroad. The squad is set to travel to Aigen im Ennstal, Austria, where they will conduct their preparations from July 21 to July 25. This camp provides a crucial opportunity for the new signings to fully integrate and for the team to refine tactics away from their usual base.
The arrival and immediate integration of Borja Sainz, alongside the other new recruits, underscore FC Porto`s commitment to assembling a competitive squad as they embark on a new season. The focus is now firmly on the demanding physical and tactical work required during pre-season to hit the ground running.
