Hwang In-beom nearing transfer to Portuguese giants Porto

South Korean national team midfielder Hwang In-beom is reportedly on the verge of transferring to Portuguese powerhouse FC Porto, according to Portuguese sports media outlet Record.

The report suggests that Porto and Hwang's current club, Red Star Belgrade, have reached a principal agreement on a transfer fee of 5 million euros (approximately 8.5 billion Korean won). Specific contract details and Hwang's arrival timeline have also been disclosed. Record indicates that Hwang is scheduled to arrive in Porto on Sunday evening for a medical examination, after which he is expected to sign a three-year contract, with an option for an additional year.

Earlier reports from another outlet, A Bola, had suggested that Hwang would earn an annual salary of 3 million euros (about 5.1 billion Korean won) at Porto, translating to approximately 1.5 million euros (2.56 billion Korean won) after taxes. Hwang began his professional career with Daejeon Citizen in the K League 1 before moving to Vancouver Whitecaps in the US, Olympiacos in Greece, and finally Red Star Belgrade.

Despite facing some injuries since joining Feyenoord in 2024, Hwang has consistently delivered strong performances. He was a key player for the South Korean national team during the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers, notably contributing one goal and one assist in the opening match against the Czech Republic. With 7 goals in 76 international appearances, Hwang is expected to continue his career in Portugal next season, leaving the Netherlands behind.