Overview
- Porto completed the permanent signing of Jakub Kiwior earlier in May after his season-long loan, with multiple outlets reporting a roughly €17 million fee plus potential add-ons.
- Polish outlet Meczyki via Mundo Deportivo reported that Barcelona sporting director Deco contacted Porto president André Villas‑Boas to explore a possible transfer, but other Barcelona sources say the club has no active pursuit.
- As of 27 May there is no confirmed bid from Barcelona and no official agreement to move Kiwior to Camp Nou.
- Reported contract details published alongside Porto’s move include a deal through 2030 and a high release clause, and Arsenal are said to hold a fixed €2 million sell-on clause that would pay out if Porto sells him.
- Kiwior’s rise at Porto — a left-footed, versatile 26-year-old who featured regularly in a title-winning defence — has raised his market value and made him an affordable alternative for clubs with tighter budgets, which could prompt future transfer activity.