# Santiago Giménez joins FC Porto on loan > Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/santiago-gimnez-transfer-situation-at-ac-milan > Updated: 2026-09-08T18:24:45.000Z. Sources: 83. Developments: 8. Santiago Giménez has officially joined FC Porto on loan from AC Milan for the 2026/27 season. The agreement includes an option to purchase the player’s sporting and economic rights for a fixed fee of €18 million, plus up to €2 million in performance-based bonuses. This purchase becomes mandatory if Giménez meets specific sporting objectives. AC Milan will retain a 10% clause on any future sale, while Porto assumes responsibility for solidarity mechanisms. The 25-year-old Mexican striker arrived in Portugal to revitalize his career following a difficult period at Milan. To avoid non-EU player quotas, Giménez is registered with Italian nationality on the Liga Portugal platform due to family ancestry, though he remains a Mexican international. Giménez made his official debut for FC Porto as a substitute in the 74th or 75th minute during a 2-1 Primeira Liga victory against Moreirense. Replacing André Silva, he recorded two shots on target and several defensive actions. While he did not score, his aggressive style drew positive fan reactions. Coach Francesco Farioli noted that while Giménez is motivated, he must improve his physical conditioning following a difficult summer. In his subsequent appearance, Giménez made his UEFA Champions League return, entering the match in the 72nd minute against Manchester City. Porto lost the fixture 0-2 at the Estádio do Dragão, with Erling Haaland scoring both goals. Farioli has continued to manage Giménez’s minutes to facilitate his adaptation process following his move from AC Milan. ## Claims - The purchase option could become mandatory based on specific objectives or playing time. (corroborated by 4 sources) - The transfer is structured as a free loan for one season. (corroborated by 3 sources) - Santiago Giménez has traveled to Portugal to complete medical examinations and finalize the move. (corroborated by 3 sources) - FC Porto and AC Milan have resumed negotiations for striker Santiago Gimenez. (corroborated by 2 sources) - AC Milan rejected an initial proposal from FC Porto. (corroborated by 2 sources) - Porto offered a loan deal with a 15 million euro purchase option based on specific performance conditions. (corroborated by 2 sources) - The deal includes an 18 million euro purchase option plus 2 million euros in bonuses. (corroborated by 2 sources) - AC Milan demands a higher transfer fee than the 15 million euro option offered. (single source) - Santiago Gimenez has reportedly agreed to personal terms to join FC Porto. (single source) - Santiago Gimenez was sidelined due to injuries for seven months. (single source) - Santiago Gimenez joined AC Milan from Feyenoord in January 2025 for over 30 million euros. (single source) - FC Porto has reached a verbal agreement to sign Santiago Giménez from AC Milan. (single source) ## Timeline ### 2026-09-08: Santiago Giménez returns to Champions League with Porto in loss to Manchester City Santiago Giménez returned to the Champions League as a substitute for FC Porto, but the team lost 0-2 to Manchester City at home. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/santiago-gimnez-returns-to-champions-league-with-porto-in-loss-to-manchester-city ### 2026-09-03: Santiago Giménez debuts for FC Porto in victory over Moreirense Mexican striker Santiago Giménez debuted for FC Porto, playing 16 minutes in a 2-1 win against Moreirense. He is registered as an Italian citizen for administrative purposes in Portugal. 20 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/santiago-gimnez-expected-to-debut-for-fc-porto ### 2026-09-01: Santiago Giménez joins FC Porto on loan from AC Milan Mexican striker Santiago Giménez has joined FC Porto on loan from AC Milan, featuring an 18 million euro purchase option to help the 25-year-old rediscover his scoring form. 13 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/santiago-gimnez-joins-fc-porto-on-loan-from-ac-milan ### 2026-08-30: Santiago Giménez joins FC Porto on loan from AC Milan Mexican striker Santiago Giménez joins FC Porto on loan from AC Milan, featuring an 18 million euro purchase option. 54 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/santiago-gimnez-transfers-from-ac-milan-to-fc-porto ### 2026-08-20: Santiago Giménez transfer negotiations resume between AC Milan and Porto AC Milan and FC Porto have resumed negotiations for Mexican striker Santiago Giménez after Milan rejected an initial loan offer. The Italian club seeks a minimum of 20 million euros for the transfer. 10 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/santiago-gimnez-transfer-negotiations-resume-between-ac-milan-and-porto ### 2026-08-18: Santiago Gimenez transfer talks continue between AC Milan and FC Porto AC Milan and FC Porto are continuing negotiations for striker Santiago Gimenez after Milan rejected an initial 15 million euro loan-to-buy offer. 15 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/santiago-gimenez-nears-move-from-ac-milan-to-fc-porto ### 2026-08-13: Santiago Giménez nears transfer from AC Milan to FC Porto Mexican striker Santiago Giménez is close to joining FC Porto from AC Milan, likely on a loan deal with an option to buy, as negotiations between the clubs reach an advanced stage. 9 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/santiago-gimnez-transfer-negotiations-stall-between-milan-porto-and-betis ### 2026-07-26: AC Milan striker Santiago Giménez excluded from preseason amid poor form AC Milan has left Mexican striker Santiago Giménez out of its Australian preseason tour as the club reviews his low scoring record and a recent ankle injury. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/santiago-gimnez-faces-squad-exclusion-as-ac-milan-cuts-back-preseason-roster --- Cite as: Santiago Giménez joins FC Porto on loan. 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