FC Porto Signs Senegalese Striker Mame Niang from HamKam
FC Porto officially signed 20-year-old Senegalese forward Mame Niang from Norwegian club HamKam for €1.6 million, with a contract until 2030 and a €30 million release clause. Niang, praised for his clinical finishing, will initially join Porto's B team. The transfer follows Porto's earlier withdrawal due to valuation disputes. Related news includes Nuno Tavares being ruled out of Porto's plans and a European Court ruling ordering Portugal to compensate Porto for freedom of expression violations.
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Mame Niang Trains with FC Porto B Team After Official Announcement
Senegalese forward Mame Niang has been officially announced as a new signing for FC Porto's B team and immediately participated in his first training session under the guidance of coach João Brandão. The 23-year-old striker has signed a contract with the club until 2030. The article also reports that midfielder Domingos Andrade is leaving FC Porto to sign a three-season deal with Brazilian club Botafogo, a move that could earn FC Porto up to 2 million euros. Additionally, young forward Tcherno Jamanca, the top scorer in the last National Under-17 Championship, was stopped as a precaution during FC Porto B training due to slight discomfort in his thigh. The club is also planning to increase the involvement of academy youth in the B team for the 2026/27 season as part of a project consolidation effort.
Mame Niang Signs with FC Porto Until 2030 with €30 Million Release Clause
FC Porto has officially announced the signing of 20-year-old Senegalese forward Mame Niang, who has committed to the club until 2030. The transfer includes a €30 million release clause, highlighting the club's investment in the young talent. The announcement was made by Portuguese sports newspaper Record on July 21, 2026. The article also includes related coverage of South Korean midfielder Inbeom's presentation at FC Porto, including his contract until 2029 and his comments about the club.
Viking Technical Coordinator Approves Mame Niang: 'He's That Player Who Puts His Foot In and the Ball Goes In'
Hugo Vicente, technical coordinator of Norwegian club Viking, has publicly endorsed Mame Niang, the Senegalese striker recently signed by FC Porto from Lyn, Norway. Vicente, who knows Niang well from his time in Norwegian football, praised the player's clinical finishing ability, stating he is the type of striker who consistently finds the back of the net. The 100-200 word summary captures the core event: a football transfer endorsement. Niang has already arrived in Porto to join the Portuguese club. The article, published by Record Portugal on July 20, 2026, highlights the player's reputation and the confidence of his former technical coordinator in his abilities.
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Forward Mame Niang to sign five-season contract with FC Porto
FC Porto has reached a preliminary agreement with Norwegian club HamKam to sign forward Mame Niang for a fixed fee of 1.6 million euros. The 20-year-old Senegalese striker will sign a five-season contract with the Portuguese club. The deal is expected to be finalized soon, pending medical examinations and personal terms. Niang has been a standout performer in the Norwegian Eliteserien, attracting interest from several European clubs. FC Porto's move for Niang is part of their strategy to strengthen their attacking options for the upcoming season.
FC Porto Withdraws Interest in Mame Niang Due to HamKam Valuation
Portuguese club FC Porto has decided to step back from pursuing Senegalese striker Mame Niang, 20, who plays for Norwegian club HamKam. The decision was driven by HamKam's valuation of the forward, which Porto deemed too high. In other club news, left-back Nuno Tavares, 26, has been ruled out of Porto's plans despite recent transfer speculation. Additionally, the European Court of Human Rights has ruled against the Portuguese state, ordering it to compensate FC Porto for violating freedom of expression after fines were imposed on Porto officials for criticizing referees.