Alan Varela Joins FC Porto

Argentine Midfielder Makes Move to Portugal

Porto, Portugal - July 15, 2023

Alan Gonzalo Varela, the 22-year-old Argentine footballer, has joined Portuguese club FC Porto from Boca Juniors. Varela, a defensive midfielder, has signed a long-term contract with the Primeira Liga club.

Varela has been a key player for Boca Juniors, helping the team win the Primera División title in 2022. He has also represented Argentina at the youth level, captaining the U-20 team that won the 2021 South American U-20 Championship.

FC Porto is one of the most successful clubs in Portugal, having won the Primeira Liga 30 times. They will be hoping that Varela can help them continue their domestic dominance and challenge for European success.