Not just Marcos Leonardo. Ukrainian forward also on FC Porto's radar

Beyond former Benfica player Marcos Leonardo, FC Porto has also identified Matvii Ponomarenko as a potential attacking option. However, similar to the Brazilian forward, no formal offer has been made for the player at this stage.

The 20-year-old Ukrainian international, currently with Dynamo Kyiv, has been flagged by the Dragons' scouting department, which continues to scour the market for solutions in the forward line. Nevertheless, this is a complex dossier, primarily due to the Ukrainian club's demands.

Galatasaray reportedly tabled an offer around €20 million, a figure that fell short of Dynamo Kyiv's valuation, which stands between €25 and €30 million. Borussia Dortmund is also said to have previously made a similar offer, which was likewise insufficient to close a deal.

Ponomarenko enjoyed a standout season in 2025/2026, netting 15 goals in 25 Ukrainian League appearances. These numbers have attracted interest from several European clubs, including RB Leipzig. The center-forward, who joined Dynamo Kyiv in July 2024, is under contract until 2028.

Already a senior international for Ukraine, he has three caps and one goal, and is considered one of his country's emerging football talents. According to Transfermarkt, his market value is currently set at €12 million.