Four European giants eye Alberto Costa of FC Porto

The 22‑year‑old right‑back of FC Porto, Alberto Costa, is once again attracting interest from major European clubs. CaughtOffside indicates that Manchester United, Manchester City, Arsenal and Paris Saint‑Germaine are monitoring the player, although they have not yet submitted definitive formal offers.

English and French clubs demonstrate interest

Manchester United, currently under the leadership of Bruno Fernandes, shows strong interest in the future of the young Portuguese. Arsenal, the English champion, also considers moving forward with negotiations in the January market, strengthening its defensive line.

In addition to the first two, Manchester City is following the situation, while Paris Saint‑Germaine (PSG), European double champion, keeps the player under observation. So far, the management of FC Porto, led by André Villas‑Boas, has not received any formal offer.

Contract and history of Alberto Costa

Alberto Costa has a contract valid until 2030, with a release clause set at €60 million; a tweet from Transfer News Live also mentions a figure of €65 million linked to his potential market value.

In the 2025/26 season, the right‑back won the national championship, recording one goal and one assist in 47 games, after leaving Juventus for €15 million, a transfer that saw João Mário go the opposite way.

This season, he has already accumulated 626 minutes in eight appearances, remaining one of FC Porto's main options in the position. His consistency has been praised by observers of the Portuguese league.

With the January transfer window approaching, the possibility of Costa's departure could alter the reinforcement plans of the interested clubs and leave FC Porto contemplating the best strategy to replace the player.