Francisco Conceição has arrived in Turin, set to join Juventus on loan from FC Porto. The 21-year-old winger is known for his agility and playmaking skills, drawing comparisons to football legends like Eden Hazard and Lionel Messi. Conceição’s move is part of Juventus’ broader strategy to strengthen their squad.
- Francisco Conceição has landed in Turin for his transfer to Juventus.
- Medical scheduled for the morning.
- Conceição set to join Juventus on loan from FC Porto.
Player Profile
Francisco Conceição, born in Coimbra, Portugal, is the son of former Portugal international and FC Porto manager Sérgio Conceição. His brothers, Sérgio and Rodrigo, are also professional footballers. Francisco has had an impressive career trajectory, starting his youth career at Belenenses, Sporting CP, and Padroense before joining FC Porto’s youth academy in 2018.
⚪️⚫️🛬 Francisco Conceição, landing in Turin right now with his agent Jorge Mendes.
Medical in the morning as new Juventus player from FC Porto.
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March 10, 2023
In his senior career, he played for Porto B, making 20 appearances and scoring 4 goals, and then the main Porto squad, where he made 39 appearances and netted 2 goals. A spell at Ajax saw him play for both Jong Ajax and the main Ajax team, contributing significantly in both. His return to Porto on loan was marked by 27 appearances and 5 goals, leading up to his current move to Juventus.
Transfer History and Achievements
Conceição’s career has seen several important moves. In July 2022, he transferred to Ajax after the Dutch club triggered his release clause. He returned to Porto on loan in September 2023, with a €10 million option-to-buy that became mandatory. By April 2024, Porto re-signed him permanently. Now, in August 2024, he is on loan at Juventus.
His club achievements include winning the Primeira Liga in 2021–22 and the Taça de Portugal in 2021–22 and 2023–24. Internationally, he was a runner-up in the UEFA European U21 Championship 2021 and scored his first senior international goal at UEFA Euro 2024 against the Czech Republic.
Style of Play
Conceição is admired for his technical prowess, tight control, and ability to make quick directional changes, making him a formidable winger. His playstyle has drawn comparisons to Eden Hazard and Lionel Messi, highlighting his potential to become a key player for Juventus.
Broader Context
This move is part of Juventus’ broader strategy to strengthen their squad, as evidenced by their recent acquisitions and ongoing pursuits. Pierre Kalulu recently joined Juventus on loan from AC Milan, and the club has been persistent in their efforts to sign Teun Koopmeiners from Atalanta. Additionally, Juventus has been eyeing major winger acquisitions, and Francisco Conceição’s arrival fits perfectly into this strategy.
Francisco Conceição’s arrival in Turin marks an exciting new chapter for both the player and Juventus, as they aim to bolster their attacking options for the upcoming season.
For more insights into Juventus’ transfer strategies, check out:
- Juventus Poised to Snatch Promising Young Talent from AC Milan
- Juventus’ €19 Million Deal: Young Talent Signs Long-Term Contract
