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“I cannot wait”: Chris Smalling officially joins two-time European champions

Former Manchester United defender Chris Smalling has joined FC Porto on a one-year contract and promised to bring leadership and a winning mentality.

By Red Billy · The Peoples Person

Published: Friday, 2 October 2026 at 7:30 AM

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Chris Smalling has officially signed a contract with FC Porto for the remainder of the season.
The 36-year-old center-back joined the Portuguese club on a free transfer following his departure from Al-Fayha.
Smalling will wear the number six shirt under manager Francesco Farioli.

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Former Manchester United defender Chris Smalling has officially signed with Portuguese club FC Porto on a free transfer for the remainder of the season. The 36-year-old center-back joins Francesco Farioli's side after departing Saudi Arabian team Al-Fayha, taking the number six shirt at the Estádio do Dragão.

Smalling completed his medical tests upon arrival and is expected to make his debut in a friendly against Deportivo de A Coruña. The English defender expressed excitement about joining the two-time European champions, citing a convincing conversation with Farioli as a key factor in his decision.

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“I cannot wait”: Chris Smalling officially joins two-time European champions

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