Fabio Vieira could be on his way to FC Porto this summer on a loan deal, provided the Portuguese side can offload Francisco Conceicao. The winger has attracted interest from Juventus for a move, but an agreement is not yet in place.
Vieira has been with Arsenal since 2022, having made the move from Porto. But now, he could be returning to his boyhood club to gain regular playing time once again.
Fabio Vieira to return to FC Porto on loan under one condition
🚨🔵⚪️ The agreement between FC Porto and Arsenal for Fábio Vieira is on straight loan. NO buy option clause.
— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) August 23, 2024
Vieira deal expected to be approved if FC Porto sell Francisco Conceiçao, with Juventus still in negotiations. pic.twitter.com/v94pA5DYcj
Conceicao is one of the options for the Bianconeri this summer, as their priority is to sign Nico Gonzalez from Fiorentina. La Viola are demanding a sum worth €40 million for the Argentine, but Juventus are currently offering €32 million upfront plus add-ons.
It remains to be seen if the Bianconeri will complete a deal for both wingers, or if they will be forced to choose between one. So far, Gonzalez seems to be the top choice for them.
Fabio Vieira, on the other hand, has played 49 games, scoring three goals and providing nine assists across all competitions. His development has stagnated, with Martin Odegaard the first choice to play in the number 10 position. And it now remains to be seen if he can find his best form back in his home country.
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