Farioli warns extra fees for FC Porto targets before Supertaça

In the build‑up to the Supertaça Cândido de Oliveira 2026, Francesco Farioli, head coach of FC Porto, sat down with RTP to discuss the upcoming clash and the club’s broader agenda, offering insight into the Portuguese giants’ plans ahead of the season‑opening showdown.

The interview took place in the pre‑match setting, the so‑called antecâmara, of the Supertaça Cândido de Oliveira 2026, framing the conversation around the season‑opening trophy.

Francesco Farioli is the current manager of FC Porto, having taken charge of the club earlier this season.

During the session, Farioli spoke to RTP, Portugal’s public broadcaster, granting them exclusive access to his views.

Beyond the tactical preview, he addressed a range of topics that go beyond the match itself, touching on the current affairs of the blue‑and‑white side.

He warned that if any transfer target is confirmed publicly, “they will ask for extra fees,” signalling a firm stance on negotiations.

The interview also covered various contemporary issues affecting FC Porto, reflecting the club’s ongoing strategic considerations.