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“Here we go”: Fabrizio Romano confirms ex-Man United ace Chris Smalling set for unexpected move

"Here we go": Ex-Manchester United star Chris Smalling is set to join FC Porto as a free agent, the reliable Fabrizio Romano has confirmed.

By Derick Kinoti · The Peoples Person

Published: Wednesday, 30 September 2026 at 6:00 PM

Key Things to Know

Chris Smalling is set to sign with FC Porto as a free agent.
The 36-year-old center back was undergoing his medical tests on September 30, 2026.
Smalling became an unattached free agent after leaving Saudi Pro League side Al-Fayha in the summer.

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Former Manchester United defender Chris Smalling is poised to join Portuguese club FC Porto on a free transfer. Transfer expert Fabrizio Romano reported the deal as completed on September 30, 2026, confirming that the 36-year-old center back was undergoing medical tests ahead of the move to the Primeira Liga leaders.

Smalling became a free agent following his departure from Saudi Pro League side Al-Fayha in the summer of 2026. The English defender previously made over 300 appearances for Manchester United, winning two Premier League titles, before spending four seasons in Italy with AS Roma.

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“Here we go”: Fabrizio Romano confirms ex-Man United ace Chris Smalling set for unexpected move

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