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South Korean midfielder Hwang In-beom nearing transfer to FC Porto for $5.1 million annual salary
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South Korean midfielder Hwang In-beom nearing transfer to FC Porto for $5.1 million annual salary

From Dong-A Ilbo · () Korean

Translated from Korean, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • South Korean midfielder Hwang In-beom is reportedly close to transferring to Portuguese club FC Porto.
  • Portuguese media reports indicate that a contract agreement has been reached, with an annual salary of approximately 3 million euros (about $51 billion Korean won).
  • Hwang, who currently plays for Feyenoord, has had a notable career, including representing South Korea in the 2026 World Cup.

South Korean national football team midfielder Hwang In-beom is on the verge of a significant career move, with Portuguese media outlet A Bola reporting that a transfer to the prestigious Portuguese club FC Porto is in its final stages. The reports suggest that contract negotiations have concluded, with an annual salary reportedly set at 3 million euros, approximately 51 billion Korean won after tax. Hwang, currently with Dutch club Feyenoord, has been a key player for both club and country. He was a pivotal figure in South Korea's midfield during the 2026 North, Central American and Caribbean World Cup, where he scored a crucial equalizer and provided an assist in the opening match against the Czech Republic. This potential transfer marks another step in his international career, following stints with K League 1's Daejeon Hana Citizen, Serbia's Red Star Belgrade, and Feyenoord since 2024. FC Porto, a club with a rich history including multiple Portuguese league titles and two UEFA Champions League victories, would represent a new challenge for the 27-year-old midfielder. The move is expected to be finalized soon, pending official confirmation from both clubs.

Hwang In-beom's transfer to Porto is in the final stages.

โ€” A BolaPortuguese media outlet reporting on the impending transfer.
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Originally published by Dong-A Ilbo in Korean. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.