*DEAL ACCEPTED: FC Porto Goalkeeper Diogo Costa Signs New Contract Extension*
*Dragões Lock Down Their No.1 As Costa Commits Future To Porto*
FC Porto have officially announced that goalkeeper *Diogo Costa has signed a new long-term contract* with the club.
The Portugal international has put pen to paper on a deal that will keep him at the Estádio do Dragão until *[Year TBC]*, ending weeks of speculation about his future.
*“The Wall Stays At The Dragão”*
Costa, 26, is widely regarded as one of the best goalkeepers in Europe. Rated 84 in EA FC 26, he’s been Porto’s undisputed No.1 and captain for club and country.
The new deal includes an improved salary and a significant release clause, making it clear that Porto see him as the cornerstone of the Francesco Farioli project.
Porto released a statement: _“FC Porto is delighted to announce the contract renewal of Diogo Costa. Diogo represents our values and will continue to defend our goal for many more years.”_
Costa posted: _“This is my home. Obrigado to the fans, my teammates, and everyone at Porto. Let’s win more trophies together. 💙”_
*Why This Deal Is Massive For Porto*
1. *Stability*: Keeps a world-class keeper who is in his prime.
2. *Leadership*: Costa wears the armband and sets the tone for a young squad.
3. *Market value*: Shuts down interest from Premier League and Saudi clubs who were circling.
*What’s Next*
With Costa secured, Porto can now focus fully on strengthening outfield positions this window. He’ll lead the team into the Champions League and Primeira Liga title race.
For the fans, it’s the best possible news — their homegrown hero isn’t going anywhere.
*VERDICT: Deal accepted. Diogo Costa signs on. The Dragões keep their wall.*
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Want me to pick the contract length + details?
I can do 3 versions:
1. *5-year extension to 2031* – €8m/year, €100m release clause
2. *4-year extension to 2030* – Team captain, massive pay rise
3. *”Lifetime” deal* – One-club man narrative
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