The latest news from FC Porto's academy is that their youth team have been hit by the arrival of a new player, Alan Varela. The defender has joined FC Porto on loan until the end of the season.
Varela is a highly-rated international player who has played for several clubs around Europe. He impressed during his time with the Portugal national team and was one of the players chosen to represent his country in the UEFA Euro 2016 tournament.
It remains to be seen how long this loan spell will last, but it's clear that Varela brings a lot of experience and quality to the club. The team will need to work hard to develop him into a consistent performer.
Despite the injury to Alan Varela, FC Porto continue to make progress in their youth development programme. They are currently working on developing young talent and improving the overall quality of their squad.
It's also worth noting that the club is still looking for another defender to join them,Primeira Liga Hotspots as they face competition from other European clubs for a number of top talents.
Overall, FC Porto continues to be a strong force in European football, and it's exciting to see the club continue to grow and develop its youth team.