André Villas-Boas takes charge, Rodrigo Mora stays at FC Porto | OneFootball

Rodrigo Mora, 18 years old, is the major signing for FC Porto at the close of the summer transfer window. The imminent move to Al Ittihad was canceled by decision of André Villas-Boas, so the creative player will remain in blue and white for the 2025/26 season.

The leader of the dragons was impressed by the player's attitude when called to the starting lineup in the classic match, and the management took note of how, even after being substituted, the Porto academy diamond celebrated the victory against Sporting enthusiastically. This joy had an impact on the top officials of FC Porto, who were already dissatisfied with the behavior of the Arab club.

Given this scenario, and with the board aware of Francesco Farioli's genuine belief that Mora will eventually develop within the current game system, Villas-Boas has already taken the necessary steps to inform both agent Jorge Mendes and Al Ittihad that this matter is closed.

In this case, the fact that contractually the 70M€ release clause can only be exercised between May 30 and July 15 protects the board's position. If Al Ittihad intended to force Mora's unilateral departure, a 50% increase to 105M€ is determined, in addition to the tax impact it would have on the player since that amount would be taxed. Thus, FC Porto's number 86 is no longer a topic for the market's closure this Monday, and even for the remaining days until the registration closes in Saudi Arabia on September 10.

In an official document, Al Ittihad only submitted the initial proposal of 50M€ to Villas-Boas. Through Jorge Mendes, it was communicated that the Saudi Arabian club guaranteed 63M€ upfront and a future compensation that would allow reaching 70M€, but without this intention becoming official.

The positive energy that Rodrigo Mora brought to the group before, during, and after Alvalade led to an internal consensus that he regained the light that characterizes him. In light of Villas-Boas's decision, the Porto magician will fulfill the dream of playing at least one full season at his beloved club.

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