Jakub Kiwior is poised to finalize a permanent transfer to FC Porto, signing a contract valid until 2030, as the Portuguese club activates the buyout clause in his loan deal from Arsenal.
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The Polish international joined Porto on loan from Arsenal last summer, and according to Record, the club is expected to activate the buyout clause before the end of May.
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Following that, Kiwior will reportedly sign a deal lasting until 2030, concluding his time at Arsenal where he struggled to secure a consistent starting position.
The transfer fee is expected to be around €17 million, plus an additional €5 million in potential add-ons, following Porto’s initial €2 million payment for his loan until June 30.
This transfer would grant Porto full ownership of the center-back, although Arsenal is believed to retain a sell-on clause in case Porto decides to sell him in the future, which may happen sooner than anticipated.
Despite the positive nature of his loan spell, we noted earlier in April that there is potential for Porto to resell him immediately for a profit.
JAKUB KIWIOR UNTIL 2030: Buyout clause to be activated by Arsenal as early as next May, Record, April 30, 2026
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Kiwior’s current market value is estimated at €27 million by Transfermarkt, following his signing from Spezia Calcio for €19.5 million in 2023.
If Porto follows through with the deal at the stated price, they would secure a player whose market value exceeds the acquisition cost.
Francesco Farioli has utilized him in 37 matches, granting him 33 starts. Kiwior has played both centrally and on the left in defense, contributing two assists without a goal so far for Porto.
Alongside Jan Bednarek, he has contributed to what has been termed a Polish wall by Record.
Kiwior’s time at Arsenal did not pan out as he may have wished for a long-term position, but his loan at Porto has afforded him the regular playing time and clarity in his role that he needed, with the club now prepared to commit to him until 2030.