According to the Portuguese newspaper Record.
Oporto
The club is once again in
owe a debt
The problem is that they have yet to pay the €3 million installment to Boca Juniors. Porto signed Alan Barrera from Boca Juniors in the summer of 2023 and the outstanding sum was due to be paid by March 15 this year.
Argentine media outlet Deportes 24 had previously reported that Porto's unpaid installment was €5 million, but The Record verified it and learned that the actual amount was €3 million. Porto failed to make this payment on time due to cash flow issues. In addition, FC Porto had already paid €3 million when signing Alan Barrera, while the current year's payment plan includes another installment of €2 million to be paid by December.
Porto's arrears issue is not only affecting the current financial situation, but could also be a hindrance to future negotiations between the two clubs. According to the Argentine media, this arrears issue could be the main obstacle in future negotiations on the Ezequiel Fernandez deal.
The financial issues between Porto and Boca Juniors highlight the challenges of financial management for European soccer clubs. FC Porto needs to resolve this arrears issue quickly to avoid a negative impact on future deals and the club's reputation.
Under the current financial difficulties, how Porto can solve the problem of arrears and maintain normal cash flow operation will become the focus of attention. Fans and analysts are expecting Porto to solve this problem as soon as possible to ensure the club's normal operation and stable development in the future.
