From Saudi Pro League to Porto? The Summer Deadline Drama Around Roger Fernandes
2 April 2026
Transfer Spotlight
Saudi club may have a bid for one of its players in the coming days.
A Quick Career Snapshot
A European giant has set its sights on Al Ittihad's young star Roger Fernandes, aiming to sign him during the upcoming summer transfer window after just one season with the Tigers.
Portuguese reports, cited by the Saudi daily Al-Yawm, claim Porto want to sign the 20-year-old winger from Al Ittihad during the coming summer window.
That comes after a single season since Roger left the Portuguese league, moving to Al Ittihad in last year's summer window in a deal worth 32 million euros, according to reports.
Since then, the 20-year-old has appeared in 24 matches for the Tigers across all competitions, scoring 5 goals and providing 3 decisive assists.
Notes say Fernandes had a notable career in Portugal with Sporting Braga, where he rose through the youth ranks before breaking into the first team between 2023 and 2025.
During that period, the young Portuguese winger played 91 matches for Braga, scoring 12 goals and delivering 17 assists.
Punchline: If Porto signs him, expect a transfer fee to be so loud that the stands will need earplugs. And if not, Roger can always master the art of turning rumors into headlines and back again like a magic trick.
