Ex-England defender Smalling in talks with Porto
Chris Smalling, who has 31 England caps and spent the last six seasons at Roma, is in negotiations with Porto over a potential move. The 35-year-old centre-back became a free agent after his Roma contract expired, and Porto have emerged as the likely destination. Smalling won the Serie A title and the inaugural Europa Conference League during his time in Italy, and previously won the Premier League and Europa League with Manchester United.
Read the full story at bbc.co.ukSmalling's potential move to Porto reflects the continued pull of Portuguese football for experienced Premier League and Serie A veterans looking for a new chapter late in their careers. At 35, the former England international brings significant pedigree and big-game experience to a Porto side that will be competing domestically and in European competition. Whether the deal materialises will depend on personal terms, but the talks signal a clear intent from both sides to reach an agreement.
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